Crash Count for Precinct 48
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,045
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,850
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 399
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 16
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 48?

Blood on 177th: How Many More Must Die Before the City Acts?

Blood on 177th: How Many More Must Die Before the City Acts?

Precinct 48: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

In Precinct 48, the numbers do not lie. Ten dead. Fifteen left with injuries so grave they are called serious. Since 2022, more than 1,800 people have been hurt in crashes here. The disaster does not come all at once. It comes in pieces—a body struck, a family changed, a street stained.

Just weeks ago, a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a light pole. His passenger, Stella Nyarko-Dei, died. Seven others were hurt. Police said, “The cause of the crash was not immediately known” (NY Daily News). No arrests. No answers. The street remains.

On July 3rd, a driver in a Ford Mustang missed a left turn and plowed onto the sidewalk. Six people were struck. The driver ran. The sidewalk was left for the medics and the police. “Cops are looking for a man who rammed into six people after botching a turn at an intersection in the Bronx,” (reported the Daily News).

Patterns in the Wreckage

SUVs and cars do the most harm. Since 2022, they have killed two, seriously hurt two, and left over 290 others with lesser injuries. Trucks and buses have struck twenty. Motorcycles and mopeds, twenty-one. Bikes, six. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.

Children are not spared. 209 people under 18 have been hurt here since 2022.

Leadership: Promises and Delays

After years of waiting, the city finally funded a $45 million fix for the deadly intersection at East 177th, Devoe, and East Tremont. Two deaths and 358 injuries since 2011. The plan will shorten crossings, add sidewalks, and upgrade signals. “We are excited to make progress on this key corridor, which will make incredible pedestrian and vehicular safety improvements,” (said DDC’s Ian Michaels). But the project was stalled for 17 years. The dead waited. The injured waited. The street did not change.

What the Police Can Do—And What You Must Demand

Precinct 48 has the power to enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. They can act now. They just need to know it matters.

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Every day of delay is another day of risk. The disaster is slow, but it is not silent. It is here, and it is killing us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 48 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Bronx, city council district District 15, assembly district AD 78 and state senate district SD 32. See NYC Open Data.
Which areas are in Precinct 48?
It includes the West Farms, Tremont, Belmont, and Bronx CB6 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council District District 15, Assembly Districts AD 78, AD 79, AD 86, and AD 87, and State Senate Districts SD 32 and SD 33. See NYC Open Data.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 48?
Cars and SUVs: 2 deaths, 2 serious injuries, and over 290 other injuries. Trucks and Buses: 20 injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 21 injuries, including 1 serious. Bikes: 6 injuries, including 1 serious. These numbers show that cars and SUVs do the most harm to pedestrians here. Source: NYC Open Data.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 48 can enforce speed limits, issue tickets for reckless driving and failure to yield, and target crash hotspots. They can respond to dangerous conditions and act on known problem areas. The tools are there. They just need to use them.
Are crashes just 'accidents' or are they preventable?
Crashes are not random. Streets can be redesigned, speed limits enforced, and reckless drivers held accountable. The city’s own delayed action on deadly intersections shows these tragedies are preventable. See Patch.
What can local politicians do?
They can fund street redesigns, lower speed limits, and push for enforcement. They can hold agencies accountable for delays and make sure safety comes before convenience.
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

George Alvarez
Assembly Member George Alvarez
District 78
District Office:
2633 Webster Ave. 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10458
Legislative Office:
Room 920, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Oswald Feliz
Council Member Oswald Feliz
District 15
District Office:
573 East Fordham Road (Entrance on Hoffman Street), Bronx, NY 10458
718-842-8100
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1759, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6966
Twitter: OswaldFeliz
Luis Sepúlveda
State Senator Luis Sepúlveda
District 32
District Office:
975 Kelly St. Suite 203, Bronx, NY 10459
Legislative Office:
Room 412, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 48 Police Precinct 48 sits in Bronx, District 15, AD 78, SD 32.

It contains Bronx CB6, West Farms, Tremont, Belmont.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 48

Cyclist Thrown After Striking Ambulance in Bronx

A man on a bike struck the side of an ambulance on East Tremont Avenue. He flew, his face hit the street, blood pooled. Two drivers looked away. The street did not. Driver inattention shadowed the morning, leaving flesh broken.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old man riding a bike collided with the right side doors of an ambulance on East Tremont Avenue near Bronx Park Avenue in the Bronx. The crash occurred at 8:50 a.m. The bicyclist was ejected, suffering severe bleeding and facial injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both involved drivers. The narrative describes the cyclist flying after impact, his face meeting the street, and blood pooling at the scene. No other contributing factors are cited. The report does not mention any cyclist behavior as a cause. The focus remains on driver inattention as the primary systemic danger leading to this violent collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bus Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Avenue

A bus struck a sedan from behind on 3 Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 54-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 3 Avenue near East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 3:55 PM. A bus traveling north rear-ended a northbound sedan. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the sedan. The bus driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," indicating failure to maintain a safe distance behind the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 54-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and was semiconscious after the crash. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708151 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Distracted Driver Injures Rear Passenger in Bronx

A sedan collision in the Bronx left a 29-year-old female rear passenger with a head contusion. The crash, caused by driver inattention, struck the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near 4469 Park Avenue in the Bronx shortly after midnight. The collision involved multiple sedans, with the primary impact on the left rear bumper of a parked Chevrolet sedan. The driver error cited was 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which led to the collision. A 29-year-old female occupant seated as a left rear passenger sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report notes no ejection from the vehicle. The damage to the vehicles included the left rear quarter panel and left side doors, indicating a side impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior were listed, focusing the cause on driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707129 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan U-Turn Strikes Bronx Boy

A sedan making a U-turn on Southern Boulevard hit a 14-year-old crossing with the signal. The car's right front bumper struck his knee and foot. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling west on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx made a U-turn at East Tremont Avenue and struck a 14-year-old boy crossing with the signal. The right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was in shock and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The pedestrian's lawful crossing is noted but not cited as a cause. The crash underscores the danger of inattentive driving and risky maneuvers at busy intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704542 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Rider Killed Slamming Into Sedan in Bronx

A 35-year-old man on a southbound e-bike struck a sedan’s left side on Park Avenue near East 183rd Street. Crushed pelvis. No helmet. The street swallowed the sound. The car’s front crumpled. He died where he fell.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a southbound e-bike collided with the left side of a sedan on Park Avenue near East 183rd Street in the Bronx at 19:38. The report states the e-bike rider was unlicensed and wore no protective equipment. The impact crushed his pelvis, resulting in his death at the scene. The sedan’s front end was also heavily damaged. Police cite 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor in the crash, highlighting a critical driver error that led to the fatal collision. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the sedan driver. The focus remains on the disregard for traffic control, which proved deadly for the vulnerable e-bike rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703164 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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Aggressive Driving SUV Crash Injures Two

Two SUVs collided on Oak Tree Place. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and unsafe speed as causes. One driver was unlicensed. Both men left conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Oak Tree Place in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 27, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and unsafe speed as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The impact struck the left front bumper of the moving SUV and the right front bumper of the parked SUV. Both drivers were conscious and used lap belts. The police report highlights aggressive driving and unsafe speed as driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Distracted Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider Bronx

A distracted pick-up truck driver collided with an e-bike rider on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The truck’s right rear bumper hit the bike’s front left, causing a violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:45 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A pick-up truck traveling west struck an e-bike also traveling west. The truck driver was cited for driver inattention or distraction. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The truck’s point of impact was the center back end, damaging the right rear bumper, while the e-bike’s damage was to the left front bumper. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no contributing factors related to victim behavior were listed. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the severe injuries vulnerable road users face in such crashes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701465 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV U-Turn Collides with Motorcycle on East Tremont

A motorcycle traveling east struck the left front quarter panel of an SUV making a U-turn on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, sustaining contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A motorcycle traveling straight ahead eastbound collided with the left front quarter panel of an SUV that was making a U-turn. The motorcycle driver, a 22-year-old male occupant, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor for both the driver and the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle maneuvers. The SUV driver’s action of making a U-turn directly contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was not cited with any contributing factors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700826 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Left Turn Collides With Motorcycle

A motorcycle rider was ejected and injured in a Bronx crash. The SUV made a left turn, striking the motorcycle head-on. Limited view contributed to the collision. The rider suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 180 Street in the Bronx at 16:55. A Hyundai SUV was making a left turn eastbound when it collided front-to-front with a westbound Honda motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and sustained neck injuries, remaining semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to ensure the path was clear before turning. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused center front end damage to both vehicles, underscoring the dangers of left turns with limited visibility.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699534 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Turns Improperly, Injures Moped Rider

A sedan driver made an improper turn on East Tremont Avenue, colliding with a moped passing westbound. The moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was partially ejected, left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:37 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old male, was making a U-turn and was cited for 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The moped was passing westbound when the collision happened. The moped rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in a severity level 3 injury. The driver of the sedan had no safety equipment and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report highlights driver errors including improper turning and unsafe lane changing. There is no mention of any contributing victim behavior. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused serious injury to the vulnerable moped rider.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4698591 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Distracted Driver Slams Parked SUV, Injures Girl

A distracted driver crashed into a parked SUV on East 177 Street. A six-year-old girl in the back seat was hurt. She suffered neck abrasions but stayed conscious. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard caused the crash.

According to the police report, two SUVs were involved in a crash on East 177 Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were initially parked. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. A six-year-old girl, riding in the left rear seat and secured by a lap belt and harness, suffered neck abrasions but remained conscious. The impact struck the center back end of one SUV and the center front end of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the injured child. The report highlights driver distraction and failure to obey traffic controls as causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695227 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bronx SUV and Sedan Collide, Driver Injured

A southbound sedan and westbound SUV collided on East 177 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. Impact struck the sedan’s left side doors, injuring the driver.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 16:29 on East 177 Street in the Bronx involving a southbound sedan and a westbound SUV. The sedan, a 2008 Chevrolet, was struck on its left side doors by the front end of a 2016 Ford SUV. The sedan driver, a 21-year-old male occupant, sustained a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The impact and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694379 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Bronx Intersection

A 62-year-old woman was injured crossing Monterey Avenue at East 178 Street in the Bronx. An e-bike traveling north struck her at the center front end. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Monterey Avenue at an intersection in the Bronx when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike showed no damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The pedestrian was not at fault according to the data provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690728 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on Crotona Avenue

A 45-year-old woman crossing Crotona Avenue was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The scooter hit her center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and limited visibility.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Crotona Avenue in a marked crosswalk but not at an intersection when she was struck by a northbound e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The report lists the e-scooter's unsafe speed and a view obstructed or limited as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The driver errors identified are unsafe speed and failure to maintain clear visibility. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689445 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Bronx Pedestrian Struck at East 175 Street

A 63-year-old man was hit by a vehicle traveling west on East 175 Street near 3 Avenue. The impact struck his chest, causing a concussion. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured. Police cited driver failure to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 175 Street and 3 Avenue in the Bronx. The 63-year-old male suffered chest injuries and a concussion after being struck by a vehicle's right front bumper. The vehicle was traveling westbound. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687067 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Box Truck Hits SUV Passenger in Bronx

A box truck made a right turn and struck the left side doors of an SUV traveling north on East 185 Street. The SUV’s left rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling northwest on East 185 Street made a right turn and collided with the left side doors of a northbound SUV. The impact injured a 36-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of the SUV. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. The box truck driver was licensed and making a right turn at the time of impact. The SUV was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686249 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Pedestrian Injured by Parked Car Door Bronx

A 59-year-old man walking along a Bronx highway was struck by the left side doors of a parked Ford passenger vehicle. He suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The crash caused pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured when he was hit by the left side doors of a parked 2019 Ford passenger vehicle in the Bronx. The pedestrian was walking along the highway with traffic when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries and experienced shock, pain, and nausea. The vehicle was stationary before impact, and the driver was licensed. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was not wearing any specified safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686250 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Rear Sedan Slams Sedan on Webster Avenue

Two sedans, northbound on Webster Avenue, collided after midnight. The rear car hit the front sedan’s left rear bumper. The front driver, 48, suffered back pain and whiplash. No ejections. Both cars kept straight.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Webster Avenue collided when the rear vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the front car. The front driver, a 48-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors, showing the rear driver failed to maintain distance and focus. Both vehicles were going straight at the time of impact. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
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Sedan and Taxi Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway

Two vehicles traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway collided. The sedan struck the taxi’s left rear bumper with its left front. Both drivers suffered full-body injuries and shock. Airbag deployed in the sedan. Both drivers were licensed and injured.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driving a 2008 Nissan sedan and a 53-year-old male driving a 2022 Ford taxi collided while traveling eastbound on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan impacted the taxi’s left rear bumper with its left front bumper. Both drivers sustained injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. The sedan’s airbag deployed; the taxi driver used no safety equipment. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. Both drivers were licensed in New York. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683655 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Taxi Turns Left, Hits Sedan on East 181 Street

A taxi making a left turn struck a sedan traveling west on East 181 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a taxi was making a left turn on East 181 Street when it collided with a westbound sedan. The sedan's 19-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi impacted the sedan on its right side doors, while the sedan struck the taxi with its center front end. The parked sedan was involved in the collision, but no occupants were in that vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681805 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05