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

SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on East 177 Street

A Ford SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on East 177 Street in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. The crash was caused by driver inattention. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound.

According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling eastbound on East 177 Street rear-ended a BMW sedan also heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper arm contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left front quarter panel with its right rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of collision. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bronx Crash Ejects Driver, Leaves One Dead

Two vehicles collided on Hughes Avenue. A 26-year-old man was thrown from his car and killed. His head struck the pavement. Other passengers survived. The night was silent. Traffic control was ignored. The Bronx kept moving.

A deadly collision unfolded on Hughes Avenue near East 180th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, two vehicles crashed late at night. A 26-year-old male driver, unbelted, was ejected from his car and died after his head struck the pavement. Several other occupants, including passengers aged 18, 20, 27, 40, and 44, suffered unspecified injuries but survived. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors for all involved drivers and passengers. The fatal ejection and lack of safety equipment for the deceased driver are noted only after these driver errors. The Bronx street saw another life lost to systemic danger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543258 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUVs Collide on Boston Road, Pedestrian Killed

Two SUVs crashed on Boston Road. A 26-year-old woman, not in a crosswalk, was struck head-on by a Ford. She died in the street. The drivers survived. The night was silent. Metal and flesh met under the streetlights.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on Boston Road. According to the police report, a 26-year-old woman was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the Ford SUV struck her head-on. She suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. Both drivers, a 68-year-old man and a 34-year-old man, were licensed and survived the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the data does not cite this as a cause. The police report leaves the woman unnamed. The crash left one dead and two vehicles damaged, their front ends bearing the mark of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543260 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Turns Right Strikes Bicyclist on East 180 Street

A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Ford SUV made a right turn and struck him. The impact hit the bike’s front and the SUV’s right rear quarter. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling northeast on East 180 Street made a right turn and collided with a bicyclist going straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s left front bumper. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. He was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' These factors indicate the SUV driver failed to see the bicyclist before turning. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered moderate injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542371 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Hit by Sedan on East Tremont

A 38-year-old man was struck at an intersection on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan hit him center front, causing head injuries and bruising. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing East Tremont Avenue at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions. The crash involved a 2022 Tesla sedan traveling eastbound, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene but suffered significant injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541511 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway

A 21-year-old man suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Bronx River Parkway. Two vehicles collided head-on while traveling south. The unlicensed driver caused the crash by unsafe speed. The injured driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bronx River Parkway involving a 2019 Chevrolet SUV and a 2016 Dodge sedan, both traveling south. The 21-year-old male driver of the Dodge sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor and notes the Dodge driver was unlicensed. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The Dodge sedan struck the right rear bumper of the SUV with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights driver errors including unsafe speed and unlicensed operation.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Garbage Truck Driver Injured Turning Left

A garbage truck driver suffered facial abrasions after a crash on East Tremont Avenue. The truck struck an object or vehicle on its left front quarter panel while making a left turn. Driver distraction and improper turning caused the impact.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old male garbage truck driver was injured while making a left turn on East Tremont Avenue. The truck's left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision. The driver sustained abrasions to his face but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The driver was licensed and operating a 2002 Mack truck traveling northbound at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540274 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Scooter Hits Skateboarder on Southern Boulevard

A 35-year-old man on a skateboard was struck by an e-scooter on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The skateboarder suffered a head contusion and bruising. The e-scooter driver showed signs of inattention. Both vehicles collided front to front.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx involving an e-scooter and a skateboard. The skateboard driver, a 35-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The e-scooter driver was reportedly inattentive, contributing to the crash. The collision involved front-center impacts on both vehicles. The skateboarder was not wearing any safety equipment. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the e-scooter driver. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537350 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Moped Hits Parked Sedan, Driver Injured

A moped struck a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 27-year-old female moped driver was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female moped driver collided with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling east when it hit the sedan's right front bumper. The driver was partially ejected and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other persons were reported injured. The sedan was occupied by four people but was parked at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536845 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUVs Slam on 3 Avenue, Driver Hurt

Two SUVs crashed on 3 Avenue in the Bronx. A male driver suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield. Impact tore into doors and bumper. Five people rode in the vehicles.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 3 Avenue near East 178 Street in the Bronx. The crash injured a 34-year-old male driver, who suffered a shoulder contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police listed unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as driver errors. The collision struck the left side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. Three people rode in one vehicle, two in the other. Both drivers were licensed. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535913 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Bike Rider Fractures Arm in Bronx Crash

E-bike rider hit on East 182 Street. Shoulder shattered. Driver followed too close. Impact crushed the left front. Blood on the Bronx asphalt. No helmet listed. System failed the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck on East 182 Street near Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. He suffered a fractured and dislocated upper arm but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The crash involved another vehicle that hit the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other errors or safety equipment were noted for the rider. The system put a vulnerable road user in harm’s way. The driver’s actions led to injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan U-Turn Hits Moped Rider Bronx

A sedan making an improper U-turn struck a moped traveling straight on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The moped driver, unlicensed and ejected from his vehicle, suffered neck abrasions. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Webster Avenue when it collided with a moped traveling straight ahead. The moped driver, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained neck abrasions. The contributing factors listed include 'Other Vehicular' and 'Turning Improperly,' indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sedan’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged, while the moped’s left front quarter panel was impacted. The moped driver was conscious but injured. No helmet or signaling factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Moped Strikes 6-Year-Old Pedestrian in Bronx

A moped traveling south on Crotona Avenue hit a 6-year-old girl crossing outside a crosswalk. The child suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body. The driver’s view was obstructed. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.

According to the police report, a moped traveling straight ahead on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx struck a 6-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The child sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed male, impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle, damaging the left front bumper. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal or crosswalk was noted, but the report highlights the driver’s limited view as a key factor. No helmet or signaling issues were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533452 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Traffic Control Crash

A 56-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 178 Street near Boston Road. The crash involved a bike making a left turn and another vehicle traveling south. The bicyclist suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation.

According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after a collision on East 178 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 56-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The crash involved a bike making a left turn and another unspecified vehicle traveling south. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was the driver of the bike and was injured at the point of impact on the left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
3
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy

A tractor truck slammed into the back of a sedan on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan carried three people, all injured with whiplash and neck pain. The truck driver followed too closely, causing the crash. No one was ejected.

According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling west on the Cross Bronx Expressway rear-ended a sedan also traveling west. The collision point was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the truck. The sedan had three occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and two female passengers aged 25 and 30. All three suffered injuries including whiplash and neck pain but remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533122 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Bike on East Fordham Road

A sedan struck an e-bike from behind on East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. The rider was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East Fordham Road rear-ended an e-bike also moving east. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The sedan's front end and the bike's rear end were damaged. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and close following distances in the Bronx.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532686 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal

A 19-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan on East Fordham Road. She was crossing against the signal when the vehicle's right front bumper hit her. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2022 GMC sedan traveling north on East Fordham Road. The collision occurred when the pedestrian crossed against the signal, placing herself in the vehicle's path. The sedan was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper, causing a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained moderate injuries. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified, but the crossing against the signal was noted. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
E-Scooter Rider Ejected in Bronx Collision

An e-scooter rider was ejected and injured in a crash with an SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The rider suffered back abrasions. The SUV showed no damage. Both vehicles were traveling north when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a collision with a 2019 Nissan SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The e-scooter sustained front-end damage, while the SUV showed no damage. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead northbound. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor for the e-scooter driver and the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider suffered back abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The SUV driver was a licensed female. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights risks for vulnerable riders when colliding with larger vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529425 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
2
Motorbike Ejects Two Teens on Garden Street

A motorbike traveling north on Garden Street ejected its 16-year-old driver and 14-year-old passenger. Both suffered injuries to the face and hip. The crash damaged the bike’s left front quarter panel. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2021 Mahindra motorbike traveling north on Garden Street crashed, ejecting both occupants. The 16-year-old male driver and 14-year-old female passenger were injured, sustaining abrasions and contusions to the hip and face. Both were riding without safety equipment and were ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor. The motorbike sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530255 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on East 180 Street

A 24-year-old man riding an e-scooter was injured in the Bronx. The SUV struck him on the right front bumper. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved driver inexperience and pedestrian confusion.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 180 Street in the Bronx involving a 2006 Dodge SUV and a 24-year-old male e-scooter rider. The SUV, traveling west, struck the e-scooter rider, who was traveling east, with its right front bumper. The rider sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Driver Inexperience." The SUV driver was licensed, while the e-scooter rider was unlicensed. The crash caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the e-scooter's right front bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528171 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13