Crash Count for Precinct 45
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,077
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,895
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 402
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 32
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 45?

Eight Dead, No Answers: Demand an End to Blood on Precinct 45’s Streets

Eight Dead, No Answers: Demand an End to Blood on Precinct 45’s Streets

Precinct 45: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

Eight dead. Twenty-nine left with life-altering injuries. In the last three and a half years, the roads of Precinct 45 have not been quiet. The numbers do not flinch: 2,923 crashes, 1,792 people hurt, eight never coming home again (NYC Open Data).

The dead are not numbers. They are neighbors, mothers, fathers, children. On July 11, a 71-year-old woman was killed in Co-op City. A 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a pole. The impact sent metal into flesh. “I saw one lady was out on the ground. They was giving her medical attention, checking her body. She was laid out,” said Samuel Cherry. Six others were hurt. No arrests. The cause, police said, “was not immediately known” (NY Daily News).

A year before, a 40-year-old man was killed by an SUV on Westchester Avenue. The driver kept going straight. The pedestrian did not get up again (NYC Open Data).

Cars and SUVs do most of the killing. Two deaths by SUV, one by truck, two by cars. Trucks and buses crushed 19 people. Motorcycles and mopeds left eight more broken. Bikes injured three. The sidewalk is not safe. The crosswalk is not safe. The parkway is not safe.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

The city has the tools. Albany handed them the power to lower speed limits. Cameras catch speeders day and night. But the carnage continues. Local leaders have not made Precinct 45 a model for safety. The silence is loud. No bold new plans. No public reckoning. The police have the power to enforce the law, to crack down on speeding, reckless driving, failure to yield. They can target the corners where blood stains the curb. They just need to act.

The Call: Demand Action Now

Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand real protection for people who walk, bike, and take the bus. “It was a terrible sound – it was a terrible incident that happened,” said Jennifer. Do not wait for the next one. Make them act. Make them answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 45 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 12, assembly district AD 82 and state senate district SD 34.
Which areas are in Precinct 45?
It includes the Westchester Square, Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, Pelham Bay-Country Club-City Island, Co-Op City, Hart Island, Ferry Point Park-St. Raymond Cemetery, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx CB10, and Bronx CB28 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 12 and District 13, Assembly District AD 82, and State Senate Districts SD 34 and SD 36.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 45?
Cars and Trucks: 2 deaths by SUV, 1 by truck, 2 by cars; 19 people injured by trucks and buses. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 8 injured. Bikes: 3 injured. Cars and SUVs do most of the killing. (NYC Open Data)
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 45 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue speeding and failure-to-yield tickets, and target known crash hotspots. The police have the tools—they just need to act.
Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
Every crash is preventable. Speeding, reckless driving, and unsafe streets can be changed. Every death is a failure of policy and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, expand automated enforcement, and demand police focus on dangerous driving. They can hold public hearings 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.

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Other Representatives

Michael Benedetto
Assembly Member Michael Benedetto
District 82
District Office:
3602 E. Tremont Ave. Suite 201, Bronx, NY 10465
Legislative Office:
Room 836, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Kevin C. Riley
Council Member Kevin C. Riley
District 12
District Office:
940 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469
718-684-5509
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1865, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6873
Twitter: CMKevinCRiley
Nathalia Fernández
State Senator Nathalia Fernández
District 34
District Office:
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Legislative Office:
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 45 Police Precinct 45 sits in Bronx, District 12, AD 82, SD 34.

It contains Bronx CB10, Bronx CB28, Westchester Square, Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, Pelham Bay-Country Club-City Island, Co-Op City, Hart Island, Ferry Point Park-St. Raymond Cemetery, Pelham Bay Park.

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

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 45

SUVs Collide on Barkley Ave, One Hurt

Two SUVs crashed on Barkley Ave in the Bronx. Driver inattention listed for both. One man suffered arm injuries. Metal twisted. Streets failed to protect.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on Barkley Ave near Quincy Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight when the crash occurred. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors for both vehicles. One male driver, age 35, was injured with abrasions to his arm. The report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver had an air bag deploy and wore a lap belt. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830418 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Co-op City Boulevard, Driver Injured

Two sedans crashed on Co-op City Blvd near Bellamy Loop. A 62-year-old woman driving was hurt in the leg. Police list causes as unspecified. The street stayed quiet, but the impact was sharp.

Two sedans collided on Co-op City Boulevard at Bellamy Loop in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. A 65-year-old male front passenger and another occupant were listed but not reported as injured. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830723 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcyclist Ejected and Injured on Schley Ave

A motorcyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries on Schley Ave. The crash crushed him. No other vehicles listed. Police cite no clear cause.

A 25-year-old man driving a motorcycle on Schley Ave in the Bronx was ejected and suffered head injuries, according to the police report. He was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists no other vehicles or road users involved. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver wore a helmet. No driver errors, such as failure to yield or distraction, were cited in the data. The crash left the rider hurt and alone on the road.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828384 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Injured in Cross Bronx Crash

SUV slammed left front. Driver hurt, arm bruised. Police cite distraction. Two inside. No pedestrians struck. Metal and flesh met at speed.

A station wagon SUV crashed on the Cross Bronx Extension. The driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered a bruised arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the hit. Two people were inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other errors or helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829618 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Backs Into Truck On Castle Hill Ave

SUV struck parked truck while backing unsafely. One driver suffered concussion. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular errors. Crash left pain and confusion in the Bronx night.

An SUV backed into a parked pick-up truck on Castle Hill Ave at Metropolitan Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver, age 23, suffered a concussion. The crash involved multiple vehicles and left several occupants with unspecified injuries. Police listed 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The data points to driver error and unsafe vehicle movement as the cause of harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829157 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV and Sedan Collide on Hutchinson Parkway

SUV and sedan slammed together on Hutchinson River Parkway. One driver suffered head injury. Metal twisted. No clear cause. Police list factors as unspecified.

Two vehicles, a 2024 Audi SUV and a 2024 Mitsubishi sedan, collided on Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. One driver, a 49-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north and struck each other—SUV at the back end, sedan at the front. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on Otis Avenue

SUV swung a U-turn. Moped struck head-on. Young rider’s arm shattered. Police cite inattention, bad turn, tailgating. Bronx street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.

A station wagon SUV making a U-turn on Otis Avenue collided with a northbound moped. The 21-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. 'Following Too Closely' was also cited. The moped driver was unlicensed. No injuries were specified for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and execute turns improperly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827605 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars

A sedan driver lost consciousness on Harrington Ave, slamming into parked cars. One man, 66, suffered abdominal injuries. Police cite illness and lost consciousness as causes. The street bore the brunt.

A sedan traveling east on Harrington Ave in the Bronx struck several parked vehicles after the driver, a 66-year-old man, lost consciousness. According to the police report, 'Illness' and 'Lost Consciousness' were listed as contributing factors. The driver suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and was in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. Multiple vehicle occupants were listed, but only the driver was marked as injured. The crash damaged several parked cars, including sedans and SUVs. The report highlights the danger when medical emergencies strike behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827603 - 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.


SUVs Collide on Cross Bronx, Two Hurt

Two SUVs slammed together on Cross Bronx Expressway. Both drivers injured. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.

Two sport utility vehicles crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Lafayette Avenue. Both drivers, women aged 40 and 47, suffered injuries to their arms and shoulders. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles damaged at the front. The system allowed distraction to end in pain.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826620 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Slams BMW SUV on Harding Avenue

A motorcycle struck a BMW SUV in the Bronx. The rider suffered a fractured leg. Both vehicles showed heavy damage. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.

A motorcycle and a BMW SUV collided on Harding Avenue near East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 42-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash occurred. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV was hit on the left rear quarter panel; the motorcycle took damage to the front. The rider wore a helmet. No other injuries were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825743 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Suffers Leg Fracture on Bruckner Boulevard

SUV and sedan struck a woman on Bruckner Boulevard. Her leg broke. Drivers kept straight. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal and flesh met. Pain followed. System failed to shield the walker.

A 32-year-old woman walking near Bruckner Boulevard and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx was hit and injured by a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, she suffered a leg fracture and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. Police listed 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No further details on pedestrian actions or location were provided. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The report shows the system left a pedestrian exposed to harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825744 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Moped Driver in Bronx

A moped and sedan collided on Blondell Ave. Unsafe lane changing and speed sent a moped driver to the hospital with leg injuries. Four others were shaken. The street stayed dangerous.

A moped and a sedan crashed at 1369 Blondell Ave in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered knee and foot injuries. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet. Four other occupants, including passengers and the sedan driver, were involved but not seriously hurt. The moped driver was unlicensed. The crash highlights the risk when drivers change lanes unsafely and speed through city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825740 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Injures Driver

Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. One driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the crash, suffering back pain and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The impact struck the center front end of one SUV and the rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825220 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Left, Slams Pickup on Pelham Parkway

SUV turned left on Pelham Parkway. Pickup drove straight. Both drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Blood on the road.

Two vehicles collided on Pelham Parkway at Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. A Honda SUV making a left turn struck a RAM pickup heading straight. Both drivers, men aged 33 and 47, suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end and the pickup's left front quarter were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824695 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Four Passengers on Pelham Parkway

SUV struck sedan on Pelham Parkway. Four passengers hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Impact left bruises, whiplash, pain. System failed to protect riders.

An SUV and a sedan collided at Pelham Parkway and Charles J Crimi Road in the Bronx. Four passengers, including an 11-year-old girl, suffered injuries ranging from chest bruises to whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The SUV hit the sedan's left side while going straight as the sedan turned left. The report lists no contributing factors for the victims. The system allowed a basic error to harm vulnerable riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824156 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Parkway

A bus and sedan collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. Eighteen bus occupants and multiple car passengers were involved. One man suffered whiplash. Police cite illness as a factor. No pedestrians harmed.

A crash on Hutchinson River Parkway involved a bus and several cars, with at least eighteen bus occupants and multiple car passengers affected. One male driver, age 36, suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as a contributing factor in the collision. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash data shows no driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield. All injuries reported were to vehicle occupants. No helmet or signal issues were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824470 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcyclist Killed in Pelham Parkway Collision

A motorcycle and SUV collided on Pelham Parkway. One man died. A woman and two children were hurt. Police cite improper lane usage. The crash left pain, loss, and broken bodies in its wake.

A deadly crash unfolded on Pelham Parkway at Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. A motorcycle and an SUV collided. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The 31-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and killed. A 43-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, along with two 12-year-old girl passengers. The report notes the motorcyclist wore a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left one dead and several hurt, all due to improper lane usage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824000 - 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.


SUV Strikes Teen on Standing Scooter in Bronx

SUV hit a 13-year-old boy riding a standing scooter on Schley Ave. He suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and passing too closely. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the young rider.

A 13-year-old boy riding a standing scooter was injured when struck by an SUV on Schley Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash involved driver inattention and distraction, as well as passing too closely. The boy suffered a head injury and concussion. The SUV showed no damage. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a driver error. No mention of helmet use as a factor. The crash left a young rider hurt and exposed the danger of Bronx streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04