Crash Count for Precinct 48
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,061
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,864
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 402
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 16
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 10
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 6, 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

Elderly Pedestrian Injured Backing SUV Bronx

An 87-year-old woman was struck at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver, backing an SUV, failed to pay attention. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, an 87-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 187 Street and Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male operating a 1995 Ford SUV registered in Delaware, was backing the vehicle eastbound when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The report does not specify the pedestrian's actions or any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567851 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Turns Right, Hits E-Bike Rider

An SUV made a right turn on East 180 Street in the Bronx. It struck a 54-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight. The rider suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2020 Ford SUV was making a right turn on East 180 Street when it collided with a 54-year-old male e-bike rider going straight. The e-bike rider was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the e-bike was damaged at its center front end. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list it as a contributing factor. The driver of the SUV was licensed in New Jersey, and the e-bike rider held a permit in New York.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4558006 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Arthur Avenue

A 23-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a back injury. Police cited the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way. The victim was conscious and injured at the scene.

According to the police report, an SUV making a left turn on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian crossing at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a back injury and was conscious after the collision. The report identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk indication. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The crash caused damage to the SUV’s left front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4559205 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
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Two Cars Run Light, Passengers Crushed on East 182nd

Steel tore open on East 182nd. Two cars ran the light. Seven people hurt. One man pinned, paralyzed, his leg destroyed. Blood on the street. Head wounds, broken limbs, pain. The night held its breath. Traffic control meant nothing.

Two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—collided on East 182nd Street at 2:30 a.m. Seven people were hurt. According to the police report, both cars disregarded traffic control. One 26-year-old driver was pinned, conscious, and reported paralysis with severe leg injury. Passengers suffered head trauma, arm and leg injuries, and pain across their bodies. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left the street silent, marked by broken bodies and shattered steel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555314 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits 8-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

An 8-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The child suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg while crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on East 187 Street struck an 8-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction. The vehicle's right front bumper was the point of impact. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 sedan. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered moderate injuries. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556086 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Bike Rider Ejected on Bronx Park Avenue

A 45-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a head injury on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The rider was conscious but sustained a concussion. The crash involved driver inattention and distraction. No helmet was worn.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike was injured and ejected on Park Avenue near East 178 Street in the Bronx. The rider suffered a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The e-bike sustained damage to the center front end. The driver held a permit license from New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4558449 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bronx E-Scooter Rider Injured in SUV Crash

A 16-year-old e-scooter rider was injured on East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The SUV and e-scooter collided while both traveled south. Unsafe speed and lane changing by the scooter driver contributed. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East Fordham Road in the Bronx involving a 16-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2012 Honda SUV. The e-scooter rider was injured, sustaining a head contusion and remained conscious. The report lists the e-scooter driver’s contributing factors as unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The crash happened with both vehicles traveling south, and the point of impact was unspecified. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report also notes limited visibility and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553667 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Motorcycle Hits SUV in Unsafe Lane Change

A motorcycle struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on East Fordham Road. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. Unsafe lane changing and unsafe speed contributed to the crash. The motorcyclist was conscious but bruised.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on East Fordham Road collided with the left rear bumper of a Jeep SUV that was changing lanes unsafely. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old male with a permit license from New York, was ejected and sustained head injuries including contusions and bruises. The SUV driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, was changing lanes unsafely, which was a contributing factor to the crash. Unsafe speed also contributed to the collision. The bus involved was stopped in traffic and was not the point of impact. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but still suffered serious injury. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and speeding.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553628 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bus Driver Collapses, Injures Head on Boston Road

A 44-year-old female bus driver lost consciousness due to illness while driving south on Boston Road. She struck an object with the front center of the bus. The driver suffered a serious head injury and internal complaints. Fourteen passengers were aboard.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old female bus driver experienced illness while operating a 2017 bus traveling south on Boston Road near Bryant Avenue. The driver lost consciousness and impacted an object with the center front end of the bus. She sustained a serious head injury and internal complaints. The report lists illness as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and not ejected. Fourteen passengers were on board at the time. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552558 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Bike Driver Ejected in Sedan Collision

A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on East 180 Street. The e-bike driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on East 180 Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn. The e-bike driver, a 31-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained an upper arm abrasion. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan impacted the e-bike with its left front bumper, damaging its left front quarter panel. The e-bike’s front center end was also damaged. The e-bike driver was conscious after the crash but injured. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552132 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUVs Crash Head-On at East 180 Street

Two SUVs smashed front-first on East 180 Street near 3 Avenue. A 52-year-old driver bled from the neck, semiconscious but not ejected. Police blame driver distraction. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on at East 180 Street and 3 Avenue in the Bronx. The 52-year-old male driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious but remained inside, secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact, which struck the center front ends. The crash caused significant damage to both SUVs. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4551853 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 60-year-old man was struck by a sedan turning left on East 180 Street in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered head abrasions but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing East 180 Street at an intersection with the signal. The crash involved a 2019 Ford sedan making a left turn northeast on East 180 Street. The driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was distracted, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the impact. The vehicle's left front bumper struck the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552133 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bathgate Avenue

A 61-year-old man driving a sedan suffered back injuries in a rear-end collision on Bathgate Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the sedan’s center back end. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Bathgate Avenue rear-ended a sedan also traveling north. The sedan’s 61-year-old male driver sustained internal back injuries but was conscious and remained inside the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center back end, causing damage to both vehicles. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any listed safety equipment. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4551626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 187 Street

Two vehicles crashed at the intersection of East 187 Street and Lorillard Place in the Bronx. A 51-year-old female SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved glare and driver distraction, with failure to yield cited as a factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a 2017 SUV traveling west and a 2013 sedan traveling south on East 187 Street. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, glare, and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in North Carolina. The sedan had no occupants at the time. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan on East Tremont

A sedan crashed hard on East Tremont. The driver’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Distraction behind the wheel. Flesh torn deep. The car’s front end crumpled. Pain followed. The city’s danger never sleeps.

A 2006 Honda sedan crashed near 516 East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Distraction behind the wheel' led to the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The sedan’s front end took the brunt of the impact. No other occupants were reported injured. The driver wore a lap belt. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. Systemic danger persists when distraction rules the road.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Unlicensed Driver Killed Striking Parked SUV

A sedan slammed into a parked SUV on East Tremont Avenue. The driver, sixty-three, died alone, belted in. His neck broke on impact. The Toyota bore Pennsylvania plates. The crash was fueled by unsafe speed and improper lane use.

A 63-year-old man driving a Toyota sedan crashed into a parked Ford SUV near 715 East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver struck the SUV while traveling westbound, suffering fatal neck injuries. He was the sole occupant and wore a seatbelt. The sedan had Pennsylvania plates, but the driver was unlicensed in New York. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The Ford SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The impact killed the driver instantly, highlighting the lethal consequences of driver error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553560 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk

A 52-year-old man was hit crossing outside an intersection in the Bronx. The sedan’s right front bumper struck him. He suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Limited view contributed to the crash. The driver was licensed and traveling north.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2018 Honda sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection and suffered head abrasions. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian’s actions or safety equipment were not cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549092 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
15-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in East 180 Street Crash

A 15-year-old boy on a bike was injured on East 180 Street. The sedan hit the bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered abrasions and hip-upper leg injuries. The bike’s defective brakes and disregarded traffic control played roles. No helmet was worn.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 180 Street involving a 15-year-old male bicyclist and a sedan. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his hip and upper leg. The bike was traveling west, and the sedan was traveling north. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s right front quarter panel. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The bike showed no damage, while the sedan had damage to its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Driver errors include failure to maintain vehicle condition and ignoring traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549067 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Scooter Ejected After Bronx SUV Collision

A 34-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected after a crash with an SUV on East Fordham Road. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were damaged at impact points.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East Fordham Road in the Bronx involving a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver and a male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained upper arm injuries and abrasions. The SUV was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in mixed-vehicle environments.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547640 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Truck in Bronx

A sedan struck the rear of a parked tractor truck on East 182 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, suffered full-body injuries but remained conscious. Police noted illness as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on East 182 Street collided with the left rear bumper of a parked tractor truck. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The truck was stationary at the time of impact. The sedan's front left bumper struck the truck's center back end. No other occupants were involved or injured. The driver held a valid New York license. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550122 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13