Crash Count for Precinct 48
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,059
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,861
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 401
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 16
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 5, 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

Ambulance Driver Distracted, Injured in Bronx

An ambulance driver in the Bronx suffered neck injuries after a crash caused by driver inattention and distraction. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver remained conscious but complained of whiplash and was not ejected.

According to the police report, an ambulance traveling north on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx crashed due to driver inattention and distraction. The 62-year-old male driver, one of two occupants, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The crash involved impact to the ambulance's left front bumper and quarter panel. The report also notes the driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained conscious after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Unlicensed Moped Hits Cyclist on 3 Avenue

A moped driver struck a cyclist on 3 Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front. The 60-year-old female moped driver suffered knee and leg fractures. Aggressive driving and distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 3 Avenue collided with a cyclist heading east near East 180 Street in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 60-year-old woman, was injured with fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The report lists aggressive driving, road rage, and driver inattention as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed and struck the bike with the left front bumper. The cyclist’s injuries are not detailed. Unsafe lane changing and aggressive driving by the moped operator led to the crash. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590788 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Bronx Collision

A sedan traveling east struck a parked refuse truck on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan. Driver inexperience was a factor.

According to the police report, a sedan driven by a 67-year-old man collided with a parked refuse truck on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The sedan struck the truck's left front quarter panel, damaging the sedan's left side doors. The driver was injured, complaining of neck pain and nausea, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4586088 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger

Two sedans collided on Bronx River Parkway. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger in one sedan suffered head injury and whiplash. No ejections. Impact centered on rear ends. Crash left one woman injured and conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bronx River Parkway collided in a rear-end crash. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. The impact occurred at the center back ends of the vehicles. A 53-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash involved three licensed male drivers, all going straight ahead. Vehicle damage was centered on the rear ends, indicating a chain reaction collision. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4589034 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on East 189 Street

A 41-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan struck him on East 189 Street in the Bronx. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead on East 189 Street in the Bronx collided with a bicyclist also going straight. The 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries, remaining semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the bicyclist, causing significant injury. No other occupants were in the sedan at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4586559 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Front-Ends Parked Vehicles in Bronx

A 40-year-old male driver suffered a concussion after his SUV struck parked vehicles on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The crash caused head injuries and moderate trauma. The driver was not wearing safety equipment. Multiple parked vehicles were damaged.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male driver in an Audi SUV traveling south on Southern Boulevard collided with multiple parked vehicles. The driver sustained a concussion and head injury but was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The driver was not using any safety equipment at the time. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the Audi and the center back ends and left rear bumpers of the parked SUVs and sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581567 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing East Tremont

A 27-year-old man was hit by a sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver changed lanes unsafely and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Shock followed the impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on East Tremont Avenue struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or signal when struck. The driver was alone in the vehicle and was going straight ahead before the collision. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581579 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Bronx River Parkway

Two SUVs collided on Bronx River Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. A 22-year-old female passenger suffered neck injury and whiplash. The crash was caused by following too closely. Both drivers were going straight.

According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Bronx River Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front vehicle. The crash injured a 22-year-old female passenger in the rear vehicle, who suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The rear vehicle sustained center front end damage, while the front vehicle had center back end damage. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581417 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Two SUVs and Sedan Collide on East 187 Street

Three vehicles crashed on East 187 Street. A 33-year-old male sedan driver suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cited unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as factors. The driver was unlicensed. All drivers were conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 187 Street involving a sedan and two SUVs. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed in New York. The vehicles were traveling east and west, with impacts on front bumpers and quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights driver errors including unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4582764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Bathgate Avenue

A 27-year-old female bicyclist was injured in the Bronx when an SUV made a right turn and struck her. The crash caused abrasions and knee-lower leg-foot injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed, and failure to yield was cited.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Bathgate Avenue in the Bronx after an SUV making a right turn collided with her. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling northwest, while the bicyclist was making a left turn traveling west. No damage was reported to the SUV. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited driver visibility and failure to yield in interactions between motor vehicles and cyclists.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4580629 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV and Sedan Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway

A 37-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock after a collision on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The SUV struck the sedan’s right front quarter panel during a lane change. The driver complained of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash involved a 2018 Audi SUV and a sedan traveling west on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The SUV was going straight while the sedan was changing lanes. The collision occurred at the sedan’s right front quarter panel. The sedan’s 37-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and shock, and was not ejected. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s safety equipment status is unknown. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593599 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
7
Unlicensed Driver Cuts Across Lanes, Three Sedans Collide

Metal screams on the Cross Bronx. Three sedans tangle. An unlicensed driver veers, chaos follows. Passengers bleed and groan. A young man slumps, head pouring blood. Shock grips survivors. Unsafe lane changes leave bodies broken, lives upended.

Three sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. According to the police report, an unlicensed driver changed lanes unsafely, triggering a violent collision. Seven people were injured, including a 27-year-old man found incoherent and bleeding from the head behind the wheel. Passengers suffered back and head injuries, many in shock, with complaints of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles involved in the initial impact. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken, all from a single reckless move.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583286 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Turning Car on Crotona Avenue

A sedan slammed into a turning car in the Bronx. The driver, 32, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience and improper turning. The crash struck hard at the right front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with a vehicle making a right turn on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The 32-year-old male driver of the sedan suffered neck injuries, including whiplash, but was conscious and not ejected. Police listed driver inexperience and turning improperly as contributing factors. The impact struck the sedan's right front bumper and the other vehicle's center front end. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Webster Avenue

A female SUV driver pulled out from parking and hit a northbound e-bike on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike rider suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The SUV driver was cited for improper lane usage and unsafe passing.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Webster Avenue was struck by a female SUV driver starting from a parking spot. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-bike. The e-bike rider sustained upper arm and shoulder contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants in the vehicle at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579544 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at East 180 Street

A sedan struck a 20-year-old man crossing East 180 Street in the Bronx. The impact broke and dislocated his knee and lower leg. The crash left him conscious but seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on East 180 Street in the Bronx struck a 20-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision happened. He suffered serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578529 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Moped Passenger Ejected in Bronx Collision

A moped carrying two eastbound on East Fordham Road was struck on its left rear bumper. The front passenger was ejected and suffered a head injury with concussion. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on East Fordham Road in the Bronx was hit on its left rear bumper. The vehicle had two occupants. The front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicle details or driver errors beyond inattention were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and the severe consequences for vulnerable passengers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576006 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
7
Two SUVs slam on Arthur Avenue, seven hurt

Two SUVs crashed hard on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people, including children, suffered whiplash and body trauma. Impact struck front and side. Police cite driver inexperience. No other errors listed.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved a front-end hit to one SUV and a side impact to the other. Seven people were injured: two drivers and five passengers, ages 8 to 32. All were conscious and wore lap belts. Injuries included whiplash and trauma to the head or entire body. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The collision damaged the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left side doors of the other.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4572127 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Driver Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash

A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a multi-vehicle collision on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. Police cited reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and handheld cell phone use as factors.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female sedan driver was injured in a crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factors as reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and use of a handheld cell phone. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The collision involved multiple vehicles traveling eastbound, with impact points including the center front end and right front bumper. Driver errors include distraction from cell phone use and delayed reaction to traffic conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4569503 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Taxi Slams Into Taxi on Cross Bronx Expressway

A taxi rear-ended another taxi on the Cross Bronx Expressway after midnight. The front driver, age 51, suffered a fractured, dislocated elbow. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating as causes.

According to the police report, two taxis collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 12:07 a.m. The rear taxi struck the center back end of the front taxi, which was slowing or stopping. The front taxi driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4568443 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan struck a female pedestrian crossing with the signal at a Bronx intersection. The driver made an improper left turn while distracted. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Crotona Avenue made an improper left turn and struck a female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with the improper turning maneuver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals when the crash occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567291 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12