Crash Count for Precinct 50
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,233
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,222
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 288
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 26
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jun 15, 2025
Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 50?
SUVs/Cars 51 8 4 Trucks/Buses 2 0 1 Bikes 1 0 0 Motos/Mopeds 1 0 0

Precinct 50 Bleeds—How Many Bodies Before the City Acts?

Precinct 50: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Bodies in the Road

A woman steps into the crosswalk at Corlear Avenue. An SUV turns left. She does not make it to the other side. In the last twelve months, two people have died on the streets of Precinct 50. Ten more suffered serious injuries. In that same year, 412 people were hurt in crashes—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, children. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do. (NYC crash data)

The Machines That Kill

SUVs and sedans do most of the damage. In three years, SUVs alone have killed four people here. Trucks and buses add to the toll. Bikes and mopeds, too, but the numbers are small. The street is a gauntlet. The old, the young, the careful, the distracted—none are safe. (NYC crash data)

The Leaders and the Silence

On a cold morning, a city bus hangs off the edge of a Bronx overpass. The driver swerved to avoid a double-parked car. The wall gave way. No one died, but the street was left broken. “We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it,” said Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. Councilman Eric Dinowitz saw the deeper rot: “That’s a very big bus, so even going very slowly, it can do a lot of damage. I think it speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car. And we’re seeing all over the city parking regulations not being enforced.” (Councilman Eric Dinowitz comments)

The police have the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on failure to yield. They can target the corners where people die. But they need to act. Every day of delay is another day of blood on the street.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. These deaths are not accidents. They are the cost of inaction. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer crossings. Demand that the law protect the living, not just the drivers. Do not wait for another name on the list.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 50

Distracted Driver Hits 15-Year-Old Pedestrian

A 15-year-old boy crossing Riverdale Avenue was struck by a southbound vehicle. The driver was inattentive and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. The crash left the boy injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregarding traffic control. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his lower arm and hand. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian outside an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.


SUV Crashes on Major Deegan Expressway

A 43-year-old male driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries in a crash on the Major Deegan Expressway. The SUV struck an object or vehicle on its right front quarter panel. The driver was restrained and experienced shock with minor bleeding.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2002 SUV traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway was involved in a crash. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained roof damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with wounds to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered minor bleeding and shock. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error or vehicle-related issues. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license.


Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Major Deegan

Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. The unlicensed male driver struck the rear of another sedan. The driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury, conscious and bruised. Alcohol was involved. Both vehicles traveled north, going straight.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. The unlicensed male driver of a 2018 Honda struck the center back end of a 2010 Honda sedan traveling north. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 21-year-old male, sustained a hip and upper leg contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the striking vehicle and the center front end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.


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Sedan Hits Rear Quarter Panel, Two Injured

A sedan traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway struck an object on its right rear quarter panel. Two passengers in the middle rear seats suffered head and back injuries. Both were not ejected and experienced shock and pain.

According to the police report, a 2018 Toyota sedan was going straight south on the Major Deegan Expressway when it impacted the right rear quarter panel. Two occupants, a 25-year-old male and a 24-year-old female, both seated in the middle rear seats, were injured. The male suffered head injuries, and the female sustained back injuries. Both reported complaints of pain or nausea and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead at the time of the crash.


Three Sedans Collide, Woman Trapped and Injured

Steel crushed in on West 242nd. Three sedans, nose to tail. A young woman, alone, head bleeding, pinned behind the wheel. Sirens cut the Bronx air. Metal and glass. No way out. The street held her fast.

Three sedans collided on West 242nd Street near Broadway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 24-year-old woman, driving alone, was trapped and suffered head injuries and crush wounds. She was conscious but bleeding. The crash involved two other drivers, both men, ages 20 and 27. No contributing factors or driver errors were specified in the report. The police noted the woman was not using any safety equipment. All vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists no other injuries. The impact left the woman pinned, with steel pressing in, and nowhere to go.


Nissan Sedan Slams Passenger on Parkway

A Nissan sedan hit hard on Henry Hudson Parkway. The right front smashed into the front passenger. An 18-year-old woman took the blow to her hip and leg. She stayed conscious. She screamed. The crash left pain and fear in the dark.

An 18-year-old woman riding in the front seat of a Nissan sedan suffered hip and leg injuries when the car struck with its right front on Henry Hudson Parkway at 3:43 a.m. According to the police report, the impact left her conscious and screaming in pain. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and another rear passenger, both 18, were also in the car but did not report serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report highlights the obstructed view as a key factor in the crash.


Two Sedans Collide on Major Deegan Expressway

Two sedans crashed head-to-tail on the Major Deegan Expressway. Both drivers were distracted. A front-seat passenger suffered bruises and full-body contusions. The impact hit the rear bumper of one car and the front bumper of the other. Injuries were serious but not life-threatening.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided. The impact occurred between the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. A 41-year-old male front-seat passenger in one sedan sustained contusions and bruises to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the left rear bumper of one car and the left front bumper of the other. The drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash.


Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Major Deegan

A sedan and a tractor truck collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The driver was restrained and not ejected. The crash caused shock and pain.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old female sedan driver was injured in a collision with a tractor truck on the Major Deegan Expressway. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The sedan driver sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock and pain. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The tractor truck was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the truck.


Sedan Rear-Ends Pickup Truck on Expressway

A sedan struck the rear of a pickup truck on the Major Deegan Expressway late at night. The sedan driver, a 70-year-old man, was ejected and suffered head injuries. Both vehicles were traveling southbound. The driver was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway rear-ended a pickup truck also heading south. The sedan driver, a 70-year-old man, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained head injuries classified as severe. The driver was conscious after the crash and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not specify any failure to yield or other errors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused front-end damage to the sedan and front-end damage to the pickup truck. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


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Bus Rear-Ends SUV in Bronx Collision

A bus struck the left front bumper of a stopped SUV in the Bronx. Two occupants in the SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The bus was slowing or stopping at impact. Both drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but non-ejection.

According to the police report, a 2019 bus traveling west struck the left front bumper of a 2018 SUV that was stopped in traffic on West 238 Street in the Bronx. The bus impacted the right rear quarter panel of the SUV while slowing or stopping. The SUV carried two occupants: a 37-year-old male driver and a 48-year-old female front passenger. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid licenses. Neither occupant was ejected, and the SUV driver was not using any listed safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the SUV’s center front end and the bus’s right rear bumper.


Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Major Deegan Expressway

A bicyclist suffered a head injury after a sedan struck him from behind on the Major Deegan Expressway. The cyclist was conscious but suffered a concussion. The crash involved unsafe speed by the driver. No helmet was worn.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway struck a 37-year-old male bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead and was hit at the center back end of his bike by the sedan's right front bumper. The bicyclist suffered a head injury and was diagnosed with a concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, and the bicyclist was not ejected from his bike. Driver error in maintaining safe speed was a key factor in this collision.


Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx

A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.


SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian

A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.


Sedan Passenger Injured in Bronx Crash

A sedan traveling north on Netherland Avenue struck its own passenger. The 79-year-old man suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was distracted. No vehicle damage was reported. The passenger was restrained and conscious.

According to the police report, a 2020 sedan traveling north on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx was involved in a crash that injured a 79-year-old male passenger. The passenger, seated in the right rear, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and going straight ahead. The crash highlights the impact of driver distraction even when no external collision occurs.


SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk

A 57-year-old man was hit while crossing a marked crosswalk on Arlington Avenue. The SUV was making a right turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver’s view was obstructed.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Arlington Avenue while crossing a marked crosswalk. The driver of a 2019 Ford SUV was making a right turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment or signals were noted as contributing factors.


Aggressive Driving Injures Front Passenger in Bronx SUV Crash

A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered a fractured shoulder in a Bronx crash. An aggressive driver in an unlicensed SUV struck a parked vehicle head-on. The impact caused serious upper arm injuries. The victim was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a collision occurred in the Bronx involving an unlicensed driver operating a 2021 Jeep SUV traveling east. The driver, exhibiting aggressive driving and road rage, struck a parked vehicle head-on. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The report lists aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The injured occupant was conscious and remained inside the vehicle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.


Bus Rear-Ends Sedan on Sedgwick Avenue

A bus slammed into the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling west on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered a back injury but was conscious and restrained. The bus followed too closely, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Sedgwick Avenue rear-ended a sedan at the right rear bumper. The sedan’s 37-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining back trauma but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.


Speeding Car Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On

A 68-year-old man crossed Riverdale Avenue with the signal. A car sped south and hit him head-on. Blood pooled. His head split. He lay still as traffic moved past. The street stayed cold. He did not rise.

A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a southbound car while crossing Riverdale Avenue near 3515 with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was traveling at an unsafe speed and failed to avoid the man in the crosswalk. The report also lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The impact caused severe head injuries and heavy bleeding. The man was left lying motionless as traffic continued. No information about the vehicle or driver was provided in the report. The victim was crossing legally at the time of the crash.


Pedestrian Injured on Major Deegan Expressway

A 26-year-old man was struck on the Major Deegan Expressway. He suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and whiplash. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously hurt. The crash involved a parked sedan. No driver errors were listed.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured on the Major Deegan Expressway after being hit by a sedan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway away from an intersection and suffered injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, along with whiplash. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Dodge sedan, parked before the crash, with impact at the center back end. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue

A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.