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.

Citations

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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

Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian on Teller Avenue

A 58-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on Teller Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a serious head injury and lost consciousness. The driver, unlicensed, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. The pedestrian was off intersection.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2017 Nissan sedan traveling south on Teller Avenue struck her off intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was unconscious at the scene. The driver was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the pedestrian but notes the driver's unlicensed status as a critical factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are detailed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits E-Bike Rider

An SUV driver made an improper U-turn on East 161 Street in the Bronx. The vehicle struck an eastbound e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The SUV’s left rear quarter panel was damaged. Driver distraction contributed.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured when a 2021 SUV made an improper U-turn on East 161 Street near Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the e-bike at the left rear quarter panel, causing contusions and injuries to the cyclist’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the SUV driver’s errors as "Turning Improperly" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east while making the U-turn. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers and distracted driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513111 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
E-Bike Riders Injured by Distracted Driver Backing Up

A vehicle backed up on Shakespeare Avenue. The driver was distracted. The car struck an e-bike. Two men, both 24, were thrown and hit their heads. Both stayed conscious. Both suffered head abrasions.

According to the police report, a vehicle backed unsafely and with driver inattention on Shakespeare Avenue in the Bronx. The car struck an e-bike traveling south. Both the e-bike driver and his passenger, each 24 years old, were partially ejected and suffered head abrasions. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors by the vehicle driver. Both injured men remained conscious after the crash. Neither wore safety equipment. The e-bike was damaged at the front end; the vehicle was damaged at the back.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509612 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
E-Bike Slams Sedan on Slippery Jerome

E-bike rider hit sedan’s rear on Jerome Avenue. Unsafe speed and slick pavement sent him flying. Shoulder fractured, arm dislocated. Sedan’s front end smashed. System failed to slow the crash.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old male e-bike rider, unlicensed but helmeted, crashed into the rear of a southbound BMW sedan on Jerome Avenue. The e-bike rider was ejected, suffering a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The sedan’s front end was damaged. Police list unsafe speed and slippery pavement as contributing factors. Driver inattention and distraction also played a role. No other injuries were reported. The crash shows how speed and road conditions combine to put vulnerable riders at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509611 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on Findlay Avenue

A 26-year-old woman was hit by a southbound taxi on Findlay Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The impact occurred at the taxi’s left front bumper off intersection.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Findlay Avenue struck a 26-year-old female pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian's actions are noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors. No safety equipment or helmet use was recorded. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508188 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Box Truck Hits Sedan on Cross Bronx Expressway

A box truck struck a sedan on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan’s female driver, 34, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Unsafe lane changing by the truck driver caused the crash. The driver was restrained and not ejected.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway collided with a sedan also traveling east. The truck driver made an unsafe lane change, contributing to the crash. The sedan’s 34-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and hip-upper leg injuries. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. The sedan driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No other occupants were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508782 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Pedestrians Bronx

Two men hurt on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. Both pedestrians struck at an intersection. Shoulder and arm injuries reported. Police cite aggressive driving as cause. Vehicles involved were SUVs and a bus. Crash happened near East 170 Street at night.

According to the police report, two male pedestrians, ages 37 and 26, were injured at an intersection on Grand Concourse near East 170 Street in the Bronx. Both suffered internal injuries to the shoulder and arm areas and remained conscious. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a bus. The police identified aggressive driving and road rage as the contributing factors. One SUV was backing up, and others were parked or stopped in traffic. The point of impact included left front bumpers and side doors. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. The report highlights driver errors, specifically aggressive driving, as the cause of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4506945 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Two Sedans Collide on Major Deegan Expressway

Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at night. A 61-year-old female passenger suffered bruises to her arm. The 18-year-old female driver sustained whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and front quarter panel impacts.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway collided around 9:46 p.m. The 18-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt, was merging when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of her vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other sedan, driven by a licensed male driver going straight ahead. The 61-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan was injured with contusions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver suffered whiplash to her neck. The report lists unsafe lane changing as a contributing factor. Neither occupant was ejected. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4506976 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Bronx Crash Injures 31-Year-Old Driver

A sedan struck a parked SUV on East 169 Street in the Bronx. The driver of the sedan, a 31-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved driver distraction and left front damage to the SUV.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on East 169 Street collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4508630 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
3
SUV Rear-Ends Carry All on Cross Bronx Expy

A 2006 SUV struck a 2018 Carry All from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Three occupants, including two toddlers and the SUV driver, suffered whiplash injuries. The SUV driver was distracted and followed too closely. All were restrained and conscious.

According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti SUV traveling south on the Cross Bronx Expressway rear-ended a 2018 Carry All also heading south. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the Carry All. Three occupants were injured: a 44-year-old male driver of the SUV and two young children, ages 1 and 2, seated in the rear with child restraints. All sustained whiplash injuries and remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely" by the SUV driver. No ejections occurred, and safety equipment was used by all injured occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4505481 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Bronx

A station wagon SUV struck a parked box truck on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The impact injured a 3-year-old female passenger in the SUV. The child suffered facial abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. Unsafe speed was a factor.

According to the police report, a station wagon SUV traveling east on Grand Concourse rear-ended a parked box truck. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The crash injured a 3-year-old female occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV, who sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The box truck was stationary at the time of impact, and the SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver of the SUV held a permit license, while the truck driver was licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4505263 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Moped Driver Injured in Collision with Limo on Webster Avenue

A moped and limo collided on Webster Avenue. The moped driver, 26, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved improper lane usage and unsafe lane changing by the moped driver. The limo was also damaged.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Webster Avenue involving a moped and a limo, both traveling north. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the moped driver's errors as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The limo driver was licensed and sustained vehicle damage to the right front quarter panel. The crash happened as both vehicles were going straight ahead, with the point of impact on the left front quarter panel of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the limo.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4504677 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
4
Truck Slams Into SUV on Cross Bronx Expressway

A tractor-trailer rear-ended an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Four people in the SUV were hurt. Injuries hit neck, back, shoulder, and body. Police cite following too closely and reaction errors by the truck driver.

According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway struck the center back end of a Nissan SUV moving in the same direction. Four occupants in the SUV, including the driver and three passengers, suffered injuries to the neck, back, shoulder, and entire body, with complaints of pain and shock. The report lists driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The truck hit the SUV's right rear, causing the injuries. All occupants were restrained and not ejected. Passenger distraction was noted for one occupant, but the primary errors were the truck driver's following distance and reaction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4504797 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection

A 60-year-old man crossing College Avenue was struck by a backing SUV. The impact caused internal injuries to his back. The driver, backing unsafely, hit the pedestrian at the center back end of the vehicle. The man remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing an intersection on College Avenue in the Bronx. The crash occurred when a 2015 SUV was backing southbound and struck the pedestrian at the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered internal back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was not at fault; the collision resulted from the driver's unsafe backing maneuver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503038 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
2
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers on Deegan

Two sedans crashed on Major Deegan Expressway. Both drivers hurt. One suffered abdominal trauma and whiplash. The other, arm bruises. Driver distraction and unsafe lane change caused the wreck.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. A 44-year-old man suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries with whiplash. A 51-year-old man was bruised on his arm. Both drivers were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The impact struck the left side doors of one car and the right rear quarter panel of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4502787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Webster Avenue

A taxi struck the rear of an SUV stopped in traffic on Webster Avenue. The taxi driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered back injuries but was conscious and restrained. The SUV driver was uninjured. The crash involved following too closely.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Webster Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV. The taxi driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured in the back and remained conscious. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The SUV driver, a licensed woman, was unhurt. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The taxi's point of impact was the center back end, damaging the right rear bumper. The SUV showed no damage. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4502781 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan U-Turn Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection

A sedan making a U-turn struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian at a Bronx intersection. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, dislocated face and lost consciousness. Police cited aggressive driving and improper turning as factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2018 Dodge sedan was making a U-turn on 610 Exterior Street in the Bronx when it struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was injured with a fractured and dislocated face and was found unconscious. The report lists aggressive driving and turning improperly as contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle's right rear bumper was the point of impact, though no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was engaged in other actions in the roadway at the time. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503529 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Pedestrian Injured by Vehicle Backing on Webster Avenue

A 51-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle backing south on Webster Avenue. The driver hit her with the right rear bumper. She suffered neck injuries and shock. The crash happened late at night. The driver was inattentive and backed unsafely.

According to the police report, a vehicle traveling south on Webster Avenue was backing when it struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The driver’s actions included backing unsafely and driver inattention or distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right rear bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers combined with driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4502422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Tanker Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan Passenger

A tanker truck changed lanes on the Cross Bronx Expressway and struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 30-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The driver’s failure to yield and inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a tanker truck traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway changed lanes and collided with the left rear quarter panel of a sedan also traveling east. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists the tanker driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused damage to the right front quarter panel of the tanker and the left rear quarter panel of the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4502502 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Driver Injured on Major Deegan Expressway

A 64-year-old male driver suffered chest injuries in a crash on the Major Deegan Expressway. The SUV struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was unconscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Physical disability was noted.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old male driver operating a 2022 SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway was injured when the vehicle impacted with its left front bumper. The driver, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The report lists physical disability as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the SUV. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4501245 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16