Crash Count for Precinct 44
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,783
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,171
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 498
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 20
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 9, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 44?

Hit-and-Run, Run Amok: When Will New York’s Leaders Stop the Bloodshed?

Hit-and-Run, Run Amok: When Will New York’s Leaders Stop the Bloodshed?

Precinct 44: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 8, 2025

Another Night, Another Hit-and-Run

Just last Wednesday, a 44-year-old woman tried to cross West 174th Street and Macombs Road. An SUV turned into a driveway and struck her. The driver did not stop. She died at St. Barnabas Hospital. Police are still searching for the driver. The news came cold: “A 44-year-old woman was fatally mowed down by a reckless driver… before zooming off Wednesday night, police said.” (New York Post).

This is not rare. In the last twelve months, 690 people were injured and 1 killed in crashes in Precinct 44. Four suffered serious injuries. Children are not spared: 62 kids were hurt, just in the past year. The numbers do not stop. They only rise.

Speed, Flight, and the Cost of Delay

The dead do not get justice. The drivers flee. The city waits. In June, police finally arrested a driver who killed a cabbie in 2022. She was going 77 mph in a 25 zone. She ran a red light. She left the man to die. “Williams, 26, surrendered with a lawyer at the 44th Precinct stationhouse…” (NY Daily News).

SUVs and sedans do most of the harm. In three years, cars and SUVs killed four people and injured hundreds more. Trucks, buses, motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes all add to the toll. The streets are not safe for anyone on foot or on wheels.

Leaders and Law: Who Will Act?

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can target crash hotspots. But they must choose to use them. The silence from leadership is louder than the sirens. Every day without action is another day someone does not come home.

Call to Action: Demand More Than Thoughts and Prayers

Contact your council member, your assembly member, your precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand real protection for people walking and biking. Demand action before another name is added to the list.

See how to take action now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 44 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 8, assembly district AD 77 and state senate district SD 29.
Which areas are in Precinct 44?
It includes the Concourse-Concourse Village, Highbridge, Mount Eden-Claremont (West), Yankee Stadium-Macombs Dam Park, Claremont Park, and Bronx CB4 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 8 and District 16, Assembly Districts AD 77, 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 44?
SUVs and Cars: 4 deaths, 258 minor injuries, 102 moderate injuries, 5 serious injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 11 minor injuries, 6 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 9 minor injuries, 4 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 44 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and issue failure-to-yield tickets. They can target known crash hotspots and respond to dangerous street conditions. The police have the tools—they just need to use them.
Are these crashes preventable, or just 'accidents'?
Most crashes are preventable. Speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving can be stopped with enforcement and better street design. Calling them ‘accidents’ hides the fact that action can save lives.
What can local politicians do?
They can push for lower speed limits, fund safer street designs, and demand real enforcement from the precinct. They can hold agencies accountable and make sure policies protect people, not just drivers.
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.

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Other Representatives

Landon Dais
Assembly Member Landon Dais
District 77
District Office:
910 Grand Concourse Suite 1JK, Bronx, NY 10451
Legislative Office:
Room 834, 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 44 Police Precinct 44 sits in Bronx, District 8, AD 77, SD 29.

It contains Bronx CB4, Concourse-Concourse Village, Highbridge, Mount Eden-Claremont (West), Yankee Stadium-Macombs Dam Park, Claremont Park.

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

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 44

SUV Collision on Grand Concourse Injures Driver

Two SUVs collided head-on on Grand Concourse. The 67-year-old male driver lost consciousness and suffered injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The driver was restrained but unconscious after impact. Emergency responders arrived at the scene.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Grand Concourse. The 67-year-old male driver of one SUV was injured and lost consciousness during the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Lost Consciousness" as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front ends. The driver’s loss of consciousness was a critical factor in the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542132 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx

A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.

A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545189 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Improper Turn Crash

A 23-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when another vehicle made an improper turn. The impact struck the left front bumper of the sedan. The driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Morris Avenue involving a 2019 Acura sedan traveling south and another vehicle making a right turn northbound. The crash happened when the turning vehicle failed to execute the maneuver properly, striking the sedan's left front bumper. The sedan's female driver, age 23, was injured with a contusion to her shoulder and upper arm. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was slowing or stopping before the impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Rear Passenger Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash

Two sedans collided on Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Morris Avenue collided. The impact was at the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 29-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles showed no damage. The report lists no contributing driver errors or factors. The injured party was not ejected from the vehicle. No other injuries or violations were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542462 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike Southbound

A sedan turning left struck a southbound e-bike on West 172 Street in the Bronx. The 34-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on West 172 Street attempted a left turn and collided with a southbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The crash occurred near Jesup Avenue in the Bronx. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the cyclist’s behavior or safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540352 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Strikes Woman Exiting Parked Car Bronx

A sedan hit a 34-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car on East 164 Street. She suffered arm abrasions. The driver was licensed. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 164 Street in the Bronx after emerging from behind a parked vehicle. The eastbound Ford sedan struck her with its right front bumper. She sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548374 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Walton Avenue

A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Walton Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a back injury. The crash involved aggressive driving and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The cyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Walton Avenue. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a back injury classified as severity 3. The report lists aggressive driving and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as contributing factors. The cyclist was traveling south going straight ahead when the sedan hit the center back end of the bike with its right front bumper. The cyclist was wearing a helmet but was injured despite this. The report also notes slippery pavement as a factor. The sedan driver’s license status is unknown. No fault or blame is assigned to the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539770 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
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SUVs Collide on Jerome Avenue Injuring Passengers

Two SUVs collided on Jerome Avenue. A female driver and a child passenger suffered internal injuries. Both were conscious and not ejected. The crash involved failure to yield right-of-way. Damage hit rear quarter panels and front bumper.

According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Jerome Avenue. The crash injured a 30-year-old female driver and a young male passenger, who suffered internal injuries to the back and entire body respectively. Both occupants were conscious and remained inside the vehicles. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. One SUV was traveling south, the other north, with impact on left rear quarter and right front bumper areas. The female driver was licensed in Pennsylvania, and the male driver in New York. The child passenger was restrained with a child safety device. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543165 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
4-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Bronx

A 4-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Gerard Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan hit him with its right front bumper. The child suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report.

According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing an intersection on Gerard Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the child with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no driver errors were identified. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537776 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Strikes Left-Turning Vehicle on Sedgwick Avenue

A 46-year-old female driver suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after her SUV was hit on the right rear quarter panel. The crash occurred as another vehicle made a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, the crash happened on Sedgwick Avenue when a vehicle making a left turn collided with a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 46-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the left-turning vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified. The injured party was not ejected and was an occupant of the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4538260 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Overturns on East 170 Street in Bronx

A 42-year-old male driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries after his SUV overturned on East 170 Street near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The vehicle struck with its center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and airbag.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male driver was injured when his 2013 Honda SUV overturned on East 170 Street in the Bronx. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead, when it impacted with its center front end and overturned. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt with airbag deployment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536293 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ogden Avenue

A 58-year-old man was hit by a northbound bus on Ogden Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The bus impacted with its left front bumper. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, a bus traveling north on Ogden Avenue struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The bus was passing prior to the collision and impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, causing damage to the same area. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment or signals were noted for the pedestrian. The victim was injured but not ejected from the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541026 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Strikes 8-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

An 8-year-old girl was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Ogden Avenue. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The child suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 2021 Honda SUV traveling northwest on Ogden Avenue made a left turn and struck an 8-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535959 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Turning Improperly Hits Parked Car

A sedan making a U-turn struck a parked sedan on Concourse Village East in the Bronx. The driver of the parked car suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash damaged the left front bumper and left side doors of the vehicles.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan was struck by another sedan making an improper U-turn on Concourse Village East in the Bronx. The injured driver was conscious and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The injured occupant was wearing a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred. The crash damaged both vehicles' left sides.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536129 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed

A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.

A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534134 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Improper Passing Causes Bronx Sedan Crash

A sedan passing improperly struck two stopped vehicles on Cromwell Avenue in the Bronx. The 50-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved multiple vehicles and left one driver injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Cromwell Avenue was passing improperly when it collided with two stopped vehicles. The crash injured a 50-year-old male driver, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The contributing factor listed was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." The vehicles involved included two sedans and one SUV, all stopped in traffic except the passing sedan. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the passing sedan striking the left rear bumper and left front quarter panel of the other vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535634 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx

A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.

A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535675 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
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Taxi Slams Into Car on Major Deegan

A taxi driver lost focus. The cab struck another car head-on. Both taxi occupants suffered head injuries and whiplash. Distraction behind the wheel caused pain and chaos.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided head-on with another vehicle. The taxi's left front bumper hit the other car's left front quarter panel. Both the taxi driver, age 61, and the passenger, age 57, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both were restrained and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors are noted. The crash left the taxi's front end damaged and two people hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533066 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Right Turn Hits Northbound Scooter

A 30-year-old male scooter driver was injured in the Bronx. The SUV made a right turn and struck the scooter head-on. The driver suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male scooter driver traveling north on University Avenue was struck by a 2016 Toyota SUV making a right turn westbound onto West 170 Street. The point of impact was the center front end of the scooter and the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver sustained contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530297 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx

A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.

According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16