Crash Count for Precinct 52
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,716
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,664
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 571
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 36
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 17
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 52
Killed 17
+2
Crush Injuries 5
Face 1
Head 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Bleeding 10
Face 4
Head 2
Whole body 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Severe Lacerations 19
Head 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 4
Hip/upper leg 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Eye 1
Face 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Concussion 15
Head 8
+3
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 2
Hip/upper leg 1
Whiplash 107
Neck 45
+40
Back 26
+21
Head 18
+13
Whole body 17
+12
Chest 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Face 3
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Contusion/Bruise 98
Lower leg/foot 35
+30
Head 17
+12
Lower arm/hand 10
+5
Back 8
+3
Face 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 7
+2
Abdomen/pelvis 5
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Neck 3
Whole body 2
Eye 1
Abrasion 78
Lower leg/foot 21
+16
Head 16
+11
Lower arm/hand 12
+7
Whole body 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 6
+1
Back 5
Face 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Pain/Nausea 15
Whole body 5
Head 4
Neck 3
Lower leg/foot 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 14, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 52?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 52 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 52

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2023 Black Ford Pickup (KZH9470) – 145 times • 2 in last 90d here
  2. Vehicle (KZH9916) – 104 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9054) – 96 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9979) – 93 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2020 Honda Seda (P85VHP) – 45 times • 1 in last 90d here
Bronx River Parkway: two riders down, a system on idle

Bronx River Parkway: two riders down, a system on idle

Precinct 52: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025

Two men died before dawn on the Bronx River Parkway. Police say a 21‑year‑old in a Mercedes tried to pass, hit a Volkswagen, then struck two motorcycles. Both riders, Manuel Amarantepenalo, 19, and Enrique Martinez, 21, were thrown and died at the hospital, according to Gothamist. Prosecutors charged the driver with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, Gothamist reported.

“Two people were killed. He was drunk,” the victim’s sister said outside court, quoted by the Daily News. “How could they let him go?” their mother asked, the Daily News reported. The highway shut near Gun Hill as police worked the scene, said Gothamist.

CBS said simply: “Two men on motorcycles were killed in the crash overnight” on the parkway by East Gun Hill Road (CBS New York).

Nights in the 52nd: the hours that kill

In Precinct 52, deaths pile up at night. From midnight to 5 a.m., seven people were killed and hundreds injured, with spikes at midnight and 5 a.m., per city data (NYC Open Data). The Bronx River Parkway is a top hotspot here, with two deaths and more than a hundred injuries. The Major Deegan follows.

The bodies tell the story: pedestrians, cyclists, riders, passengers. In this precinct since 2022, pedestrians suffered 371 injuries and three deaths; cyclists 115 injuries; riders of other small motorized devices 59 injuries; vehicle occupants eight deaths and 1,525 injuries (NYC Open Data). Heavy vehicles are not the bulk; cars and SUVs drive most pedestrian injuries here (NYC Open Data).

What keeps breaking here

“Other” is the leading listed factor in the precinct’s injury and death toll, with five deaths tied to it. Vulnerable road user error appears in the data too, but the worst damage tracks the hours, the speed, and the corridors (NYC Open Data). Unsafe speed shows up in the ledger. Failure to yield maims people on side streets. Distraction is there as well.

On West Kingsbridge and University, a 65‑year‑old crossing with the signal was hit and killed by a turning van, police records say (CrashID 4801942). On Mosholu at Bainbridge, a moped rider died after a collision with a BMW sedan (CrashID 4692380). The dates change. The pattern does not.

Fix the corners. Tame the nights.

Start with the hotspots. Daylight crossings and harden turns on West Fordham Road and Jerome Avenue. Give leading pedestrian intervals at University and Kingsbridge. Clamp down on night speeding on the Bronx River Parkway and the Major Deegan with targeted operations tied to the midnight–5 a.m. window the data flags, and repeat them at the same places each week (NYC Open Data).

These are simple moves. They protect people outside the car first.

Citywide levers that save lives here

Lower speeds save lives. New York has the power to set safer limits. Advocates urge the city to drop the default to 20 mph. You can press your officials now (Take Action).

The worst repeat speeders do outsized harm. The proposed Stop Super Speeders Act would force drivers with extreme ticket histories or points to use tech that caps speed. Safe‑streets groups are calling lawmakers to move it. Tell yours to back it (Take Action).

The families wait

“Two people were killed,” the sister said. “He was drunk.” The words hang there, in a courthouse hallway, and on a road where engines never sleep (Daily News).

Citations

Citations

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
Eric Dinowitz
Council Member Eric Dinowitz
District 11
District Office:
277 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
718-549-7300
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1775, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7080
Twitter: @ericdinowitz
Robert Jackson
State Senator Robert Jackson
District 31
District Office:
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Legislative Office:
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 52 Police Precinct 52 sits in Bronx, District 11, AD 78, SD 31.

It contains Bronx CB7, Bronx CB27, University Heights (North)-Fordham, Bedford Park, Norwood, Bronx Park.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 52

28
Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees

Jun 28 - Five hospitalized after Bronx crash. Pedestrians struck. Driver fled. Police made arrest. Metal and bodies met on city streets. System failed to shield the vulnerable.

CBS New York (2025-06-28) reports a Bronx man was arrested after a multivehicle crash sent five people, including pedestrians, to the hospital. The article states, "The suspect allegedly fled the scene after the crash, which injured several pedestrians." The incident highlights the danger of hit-and-runs and the failure to protect those on foot. The crash underscores persistent risks for pedestrians and the urgent need for safer streets.


24
Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Teen Cyclist

Jun 24 - A sedan struck a 17-year-old bicyclist on Jerome Ave. The teen was ejected and suffered fractures. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. System failed the vulnerable. Metal crushed flesh.

A sedan hit a 17-year-old bicyclist at Jerome Ave and E 196 St in the Bronx. The cyclist was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike, demolishing it. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist wore no safety equipment, but the report lists driver errors as primary factors. No blame is placed on the injured teen.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823387 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
21
Moped Passenger Critically Hurt in Bronx Crash

Jun 21 - A moped crash on Hutchinson River Parkway left an 18-year-old woman sprawled on the asphalt, clinging to life. The driver fled. Metal and bodies scattered. Six others hurt. The road stayed open. The danger stayed real.

NY Daily News reported on June 21, 2025, that an 18-year-old woman was critically injured after being thrown from a moped in a multi-vehicle crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. According to police, 'the moped driver sped away from the 3:45 a.m. crash,' leaving the woman on the road. The crash began when a Honda Accord hit a Honda Pilot, which then struck the moped from behind, ejecting the passenger. The moped operator stopped briefly but fled before first responders arrived. Six others from the involved vehicles were hospitalized with minor injuries. The incident highlights the risks of multi-vehicle collisions and the consequences when drivers abandon crash scenes, leaving vulnerable road users exposed and unprotected.


20
Golf Cart Hits Toddler on Southern Blvd

Jun 20 - A golf cart struck a two-year-old boy on Southern Blvd. The child suffered a back abrasion. Police cited confusion as a factor. No other injuries reported.

A golf cart traveling south on Southern Blvd in the Bronx struck a two-year-old pedestrian, causing a back abrasion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The child was conscious after the crash. No other occupants or witnesses reported injuries. No driver errors beyond the cited confusion were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822495 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
Distracted Sedan Crash Injures Bronx Passengers

Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on Bronx River Parkway. Driver inattention and tailgating slammed metal into flesh. Two people suffered whiplash. The crash left pain and questions in its wake.

Two sedans crashed on Bronx River Parkway in the Bronx. According to the police report, driver inattention and following too closely led to the collision. Two occupants, a 64-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man, were injured with whiplash to the head and neck. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front and rear of the vehicles, leaving passengers hurt and the road marked by carelessness.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821804 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
Moped Driver Ejected After Crash on Parkside

Jun 18 - A moped slammed into a parked sedan on Parkside Place. The rider flew off, suffering arm injuries and a concussion. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. The street bore the mark of sudden impact.

A 24-year-old moped driver was ejected after crashing into the back of a parked sedan on Parkside Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the moped struck the sedan’s center rear end. The rider suffered arm injuries and a concussion. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. The moped’s front end took the brunt of the impact. No other injuries were reported. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821784 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
18
SUVs Collide at High Speed on Major Deegan

Jun 18 - Three SUVs slammed together on Major Deegan. Unsafe speed and reckless lane changes left two people injured, one with neck trauma, another with back pain. Metal twisted. No pedestrians involved.

Three SUVs crashed on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing caused the collision. Two people were hurt: a 51-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash, and a 33-year-old woman reported back pain and nausea. Five others, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. All vehicles were traveling north. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822155 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
Sedan Hits Toddler at Bronx Intersection

Jun 16 - A sedan struck a two-year-old girl crossing at Goulden Ave. She was injured. The driver turned left. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The child left in shock.

A sedan making a left turn on Goulden Ave at W 197 St in the Bronx struck a two-year-old girl at the intersection. She was injured and in shock. According to the police report, the driver and another occupant were unhurt. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The child was crossing against the signal, but no driver errors are cited. The sedan showed no visible damage. No further details are provided in the police report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821025 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
16
Navy Veteran Killed In Bronx Shooting

Jun 16 - A road rage clash in the Bronx turned deadly. Keino Campbell, a Navy veteran, was shot three times while driving. He crashed a few blocks away and died at the hospital. Police arrested Michael Aracena for murder.

NY Daily News reported on June 16, 2025, that Michael Aracena, 20, was arrested for the murder of Keino Campbell, 27, during a road rage incident in the Bronx. According to police, Campbell was driving near Co-op City at 2 a.m. when a confrontation escalated. Aracena allegedly shot Campbell three times in the chest. The wounded Campbell drove off but lost consciousness and crashed near Givan and Palmer Avenues. He died shortly after at Jacobi Medical Center. The article states, 'Campbell was shot three times in the chest as the quarrel escalated.' This case highlights the lethal risks of armed confrontations on city streets and raises questions about gun access and road conflict escalation.


12
Sedan Strikes Barrier on Mosholu Parkway

Jun 12 - A sedan slammed its front end on Mosholu Parkway. The driver, a 28-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. Police cite inattention and unsafe speed.

A sedan traveling west on East Mosholu Parkway North crashed, striking its center front end. The driver, a 28-year-old woman, was injured in the arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No other vehicles or people were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver wore a lap belt and was licensed in Pennsylvania.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820817 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
9
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Morris Avenue

Jun 9 - A taxi hit a cyclist on Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered a head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. The crash left blood on the street and another life changed by traffic violence.

A taxi and a bicycle collided on Morris Avenue near East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The cyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured in the crash, suffering a head wound and losing consciousness. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were contributing factors. The taxi struck the cyclist with its right front bumper, causing damage to the right front quarter panel. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets when drivers fail to pay attention and yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819289 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
7
SUV And Pickup Collide On Major Deegan

Jun 7 - Two cars crashed hard on Major Deegan. Four people hurt, chests slammed, bodies shaken. Whiplash, airbags, belts. Night in the Bronx, metal twisted, lives jarred. No clear cause. Just pain and steel in the dark.

A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided at Major Deegan Expressway and West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, four occupants suffered injuries, including chest trauma and whiplash. Both drivers and two passengers were hurt, all conscious after the crash. The SUV was making a left turn; the pickup was going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. Airbags deployed and lap belts were used by some occupants, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The crash left bodies battered and the cause unclear, with no blame assigned to those injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819007 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
3
SUV Strikes Child Crossing East 205th Street

Jun 3 - A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while crossing East 205th Street in the Bronx. The impact broke his leg. The front of the vehicle took the blow. The street saw pain. The system failed to protect the young.

A nine-year-old pedestrian suffered a fractured leg after being struck by a Toyota SUV at 292 East 205th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the child was crossing the street, not at an intersection or signal, when the crash occurred. The SUV, traveling west, hit the boy with its center front end. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. The child was conscious but injured, with a fracture and dislocation to his lower leg and foot. No other injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817809 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
2
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Major Deegan Expressway

Jun 2 - A taxi and a sedan collided on Major Deegan Expressway. The taxi driver was hurt. The crash tore into the left side of the taxi and the front of the sedan. Police cited traffic control disregarded as a cause.

A crash involving a taxi and a sedan took place on Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, the collision left the taxi driver, a 39-year-old man, injured with whiplash affecting his entire body. The left side doors of the taxi and the front end of the sedan were damaged. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. The report does not mention any actions by the injured party that contributed to the crash. The data highlights driver error related to ignoring traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817806 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
2
Pedestrian Killed In RFK Bridge Hit-Run

Jun 2 - A man stood on the RFK Bridge. A car hit him. The driver fled. Police found the man, lifeless, on the Manhattan-bound roadway. No arrests. The bridge stayed open. The city kept moving. The investigation drags on.

ABC7 reported on June 2, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the RFK Bridge near 125th Street. Police said the man, identity unknown, was struck by a vehicle 'as it was exiting the RFK Bridge.' The driver did not stop. Officers responded just before 1 p.m. and found the victim on the Manhattan-bound roadway. He was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the persistent danger for pedestrians on major city crossings and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.


26
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Bronx Intersection

May 26 - A 91-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by an SUV turning left on Mosholu Parkway North. She suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A 91-year-old pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV struck her as she crossed West Mosholu Parkway North at Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She sustained a head injury and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver and two other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or safety equipment as a factor. The crash highlights the persistent risk to people on foot at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815791 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
25
E-Bike Rider Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash

May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 28-year-old man, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved north. The crash left the e-bike’s front end and the sedan’s quarter panel damaged.

An e-bike and a sedan collided on Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 28-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north and struck each other at the front. The e-bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel took the impact. The e-bike rider was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan was driven by a 39-year-old man who was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal issues were cited as factors in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815596 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
23
Distracted Drivers Collide on Kingsbridge Road

May 23 - Two cars slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road near Reservoir Avenue. A woman, 54, riding up front, took a blow to her back. Police blame driver distraction. Metal crumpled. Passengers shaken. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.

Two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—collided on West Kingsbridge Road at Reservoir Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One front-seat passenger, a 54-year-old woman, suffered a back injury. Other occupants, including a 12-year-old girl and an 18-year-old woman, were listed but not reported as injured. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center ends: the sedan at the back, the SUV at the front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or violations are noted. Helmet use or signaling is not mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the risk passengers face when drivers lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815673 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
19
Improper Turn on Jerome Avenue Injures Three

May 19 - Two sedans collided on Jerome Avenue. Three people hurt. Impact struck center and right front. Police cite improper turning. Pain and whiplash. Child among injured.

Two sedans crashed at 2435 Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the collision involved a southbound sedan going straight and a northbound sedan making a U-turn. Three people were injured: a 29-year-old male driver with leg pain, a 25-year-old female passenger with whiplash, and a child passenger. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The crash caused injuries to both adults and a child. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814201 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
19
Improper Lane Use Hurts Children on Deegan

May 19 - Sedans slammed on Major Deegan. Children and adults hurt. Police cite improper lane use. Metal twisted. Lives jarred. The highway did not forgive.

Several sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. Two children, ages 0 and 3, were injured as passengers. Multiple adult drivers and passengers suffered injuries, including whiplash and trauma to the neck, shoulder, and entire body. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported. Child restraints were noted for the injured children, but driver error came first. The toll fell on the most vulnerable inside the cars.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18