Crash Count for Precinct 45
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,085
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,902
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 29, 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

2
Bus Injures Two Passengers on Westchester Avenue

A bus struck its own passengers, injuring two adults with contusions and bruises. Both victims remained conscious but suffered neck and face injuries. The impact occurred at the bus’s left front bumper, revealing a serious crash inside the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 2018 New Flyer bus traveling straight ahead on Westchester Avenue collided with something at its left front bumper around 11:30 p.m. Two passengers, a 45-year-old man and a 56-year-old woman, were injured inside the bus. Both were conscious and sustained contusions and bruises to the neck and face, respectively. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The injured passengers were not ejected and were seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat. The crash caused damage to the bus’s left front bumper. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Distracted Truck Driver Hits Bronx Pedestrian

A distracted pick-up truck driver struck a 29-year-old woman emerging from behind a parked vehicle on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries with bruising. The truck showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:20 on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. A 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a pick-up truck, traveling north and starting from parking, struck her as she emerged from in front of or behind a parked vehicle. The point of impact was the truck's left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The truck driver failed to notice the pedestrian, leading to the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the pedestrian absorbed the force of the impact. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746980 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Driver Crashes Sedan on Bruckner Expressway

Two sedans collided head-on on Bruckner Expressway. The licensed female driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and driver distraction as causes. The unlicensed male driver was traveling southbound at impact.

According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway. The licensed female driver, age 21, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, with damage extending to the left side doors of the female driver's sedan. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The male driver of the other sedan was unlicensed, traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the injured driver, focusing instead on the errors of the unlicensed driver and unsafe driving conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746397 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Driver Slams Moped on Tremont

A sedan driver ran a traffic control and hit a moped. The rider flew off, battered and semiconscious. The moped was wrecked. The driver had no license. Speed and inattention fueled the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan driver without a license disregarded traffic control and struck a moped on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 19:45. The sedan hit the moped's left front, demolishing it. The moped rider, a man, was ejected and left semiconscious with bruises across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. No contributing factors were attributed to the moped rider. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore traffic laws and operate vehicles without a license.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4745250 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Truck Unsafe Lane Change Hits Sedan

A tractor truck changed lanes unsafely on Bruckner Expressway, striking a southbound sedan. The sedan driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injury. The collision impacted the sedan’s left rear quarter panel and the truck’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 on Bruckner Expressway involving a tractor truck and a sedan, both traveling south. The truck was changing lanes when it collided with the sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear quarter panel and the truck’s right front bumper. The contributing factor cited was "Unsafe Lane Changing" by the truck driver. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior. The collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe lane changes on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744166 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bronx SUV Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Boy Bicyclist

A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was ejected and suffered severe whole-body injuries after a collision with an SUV on Edison Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, striking the bicyclist head-on in broad daylight.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:01 on Edison Avenue in the Bronx. A 12-year-old male bicyclist was riding eastbound when he was struck by a southbound 2013 Nissan SUV. Both vehicles collided front-to-front. The bicyclist was ejected and rendered unconscious with injuries to his entire body. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, yet disregarded traffic control, causing the severe injury to the young bicyclist. This crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver failure to comply with traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741503 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bicyclist Ejected on Defective Bruckner Pavement

A 24-year-old bicyclist was ejected and burned on Bruckner Expressway. Defective pavement sent him down hard. He lay semiconscious, injured head to toe. No other vehicles involved.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on Bruckner Expressway at 12:51 a.m. The rider suffered burns and full-body injuries. The report lists "Pavement Defective" as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed in New York. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash impact was at the center front end of the bike. The report notes the bicyclist wore a motorcycle helmet, but only after citing the defective pavement and unlicensed operation. This crash highlights the danger of hazardous road conditions and the risks faced by vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744950 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
3
Two SUVs Collide on City Island Avenue

Two sport utility vehicles collided on City Island Avenue in the Bronx. The impact injured all occupants, including the drivers and passengers, who suffered whiplash and abrasions. Improper lane markings and alcohol involvement contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:23 on City Island Avenue in the Bronx involving two SUVs traveling northeast. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was making a right turn when the vehicles collided. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. The report cites improper or inadequate lane markings as a contributing factor for both vehicles. Additionally, alcohol involvement was noted for the driver and front passenger of one SUV. All occupants, including the drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash, abrasions, and injuries to the entire body or lower limbs. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and none were ejected. The collision highlights systemic dangers related to lane marking deficiencies and impaired driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740521 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Alcohol-Involved Sedan Slams Parked Cars Bronx

A sedan struck parked vehicles on East Tremont Avenue. The driver, age 40, suffered back injuries and was incoherent. Police cite alcohol involvement. Impact crushed left sides of a Honda and Audi.

According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:00 AM near 3239 East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan, driven by a 40-year-old man, was heading east when it struck parked vehicles—a Honda sedan and an Audi SUV—damaging their left sides. The driver was injured, reporting back pain and incoherence at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the parked vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739235 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Suffers Facial Injury

An e-bike rider was ejected and injured in a crash on Shore Road. The 61-year-old male suffered facial contusions and bruises. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes no other vehicles involved or driver errors.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected from his vehicle traveling southwest on Shore Road at 19:05. The rider sustained facial contusions and bruises, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the point of impact as the center front end of the e-bike, with damage to the center back end. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors or violations cited. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The incident highlights the vulnerability of e-bike riders to injury even without clear fault assigned to other parties.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Slippery Parkway

Two SUVs collided on Hutchinson River Parkway at dawn. The trailing vehicle struck the lead car’s rear center. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Slippery pavement and poor lane markings contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:45 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway involving two SUVs traveling northwest. The trailing vehicle, a 2023 Subaru, was slowing or stopping when it impacted the center back end of the lead 2022 Mercedes SUV. The lead vehicle sustained front center damage. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights driver challenges posed by inadequate lane markings and slippery road conditions, which impaired safe vehicle control and stopping distance.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737623 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Collision in Bronx with Injured Driver

Two SUVs collided on Waterbury Avenue in the Bronx. The 27-year-old male driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited improper lane markings as a key factor. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:30 on Waterbury Avenue in the Bronx involving two SUVs traveling west. The 27-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as a contributing factor to the collision, highlighting a systemic danger in roadway design. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of one SUV, which was parked before the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The focus remains on the hazardous lane markings that contributed to this serious injury crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected on Bruckner Expressway

A 22-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on the Bruckner Expressway. The cyclist, unlicensed and under the influence of alcohol, suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. No vehicle damage was reported in this early morning crash.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was riding northbound on the Bruckner Expressway at 3:03 AM when he was ejected from his bike. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor and notes the bicyclist was unlicensed. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The bike showed no damage, and no other vehicles were involved or damaged. The report highlights the bicyclist's alcohol involvement and unlicensed status as key factors in the crash. There is no indication of other vehicle driver errors or victim fault. The incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired and unlicensed cycling on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on Bruckner

Southbound moped and sedan collide on Bruckner Expressway. Moped driver, unlicensed but helmeted, ejected and injured. Sedan’s right side doors smashed. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male moped driver, unlicensed but wearing a helmet, was ejected after a side collision with a sedan on the Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. Both vehicles traveled south when the crash occurred. The moped driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, along with abrasions. The sedan, driven by a licensed male, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists the moped driver's unlicensed status as a critical driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741439 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Moped Rider Injured in Sedan Backing Crash

A moped rider was injured after a sedan backed into him on Bruckner Expressway. The rider was partially ejected and suffered abrasions. Police cited improper lane usage and a malfunctioning traffic control device as contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 11:21 PM. A sedan traveling south was backing when it collided with a northbound moped. The moped rider, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his entire body. The report identifies driver errors including improper passing or lane usage by the sedan driver and a traffic control device that was improper or non-working. The sedan’s point of impact was its right rear bumper, while the moped’s front center end was damaged. The moped rider was conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers of driver errors and systemic issues like faulty traffic controls in this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
2
Sedan and Tractor Trailer Crash on Bruckner

A sedan and tractor trailer collided on Bruckner Expressway. Two men in the sedan suffered arm and whiplash injuries. Both stayed conscious. No driver errors or causes listed by police.

According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 23:11 on Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. The sedan's left front bumper and quarter panel took the hit. Two men inside, aged 56 and 58, suffered whiplash and arm injuries. Both remained conscious and wore lap belts. The tractor truck had no occupants. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both sedan occupants injured but alert.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Taxi Strikes Woman Head-On on Co-op City Boulevard

A taxi slammed into a 59-year-old woman crossing Co-op City Boulevard near Dreiser Loop. Blood pooled from her head. She stayed conscious as the cab’s crumpled front end gleamed under tinted glass. The street fell silent around the impact.

A 59-year-old woman was struck and injured by a taxi while crossing Co-op City Boulevard near Dreiser Loop, according to the police report. The collision occurred as the taxi was traveling straight ahead and hit the pedestrian head-on, causing severe bleeding from her head. The report notes the cab’s front end was crumpled and its tinted windows obscured the driver’s face. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Tinted Windows' were listed as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection, as documented in the report, but the presence of tinted windows is also cited as a factor. The focus remains on the driver’s visibility and the systemic risks posed by vehicle design and street conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728927 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at Marked Crosswalk

A 23-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a taxi hit him at a marked crosswalk on East Tremont Avenue. The taxi struck the pedestrian head-on while traveling eastbound. The victim was conscious but injured at the scene.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East Tremont Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi, causing a neck injury and concussion to the pedestrian, who was conscious at the time. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. The pedestrian’s crossing action and location are noted but not cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728108 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Box Truck’s Bad Turn Ejects Child on Bruckner

Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.

According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728106 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
3
Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks

A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.

According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727990 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05