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Fatal Accident on the Northern State Parkway in Dix Hill
DIX HILLS, NY - June 22, 2020 - According to an online news report by NewsDay.com, a passenger was tragically killed in an auto accident. The accident report states that a Queens woman died after she was thrown from a motor vehicle as the car struck a tree. The motor vehicle accident occurred west of the Northern State Parkway in … [Read more...] about Fatal Accident on the Northern State Parkway in Dix Hill
West Babylon Accident Injures Two Teenagers
WEST BABYLON, NY - June 22, 2020 - According to an online news report published on NewsDay.com, the West Babylon Fire Department responded to a serious car accident. Two teenagers were critically injured in a motor vehicle accident in West Babylon, New York, according to police officers working the accident scene. The motor vehicle … [Read more...] about West Babylon Accident Injures Two Teenagers
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Accident on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, NY - June 22, 2020 - According to a news report on SILive.com, there was a serious motor vehicle accident that caused significant delays on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Today, the city began Phase 2 of the city's reopening. The news article states that traffic was light prior to the traffic accident. The accident … [Read more...] about Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Accident on Staten Island
Car Accident Attorneys Discuss Head Injuries
Brain Injury Patients Have A Long Road To Recovery: Car Accident Attorneys Discuss Head Injuries UNITED STATES – June 16, 2020 – According to an online article posted on biausa.org, a "Traumatic Brain Injury" encompasses a wide range of injuries. A brain injury can range from something relatively minor like a bump on the head to … [Read more...] about Car Accident Attorneys Discuss Head Injuries
Fatal Accident on Northern State Parkway in Huntington
HUNTINGTON, NY - June 18, 2020 - According to an online news report posted on NewsDay.com, a Smithtown woman was tragically killed in a two-vehicle accident on Northern State Parkway in Huntington, New York. The motor vehicle accident occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The location of the collision was on the Northern … [Read more...] about Fatal Accident on Northern State Parkway in Huntington
Tragic Staten Island Accident at Corneila Avenue and Hylan Boulevard
STATEN ISLAND, NY – June 18, 2020 – According to an online news story published on New York Daily News, a 21-year-old man driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee steered into the wrong lane at the Corneila Avenue and Hylan Boulevard intersection causing a serious accident. The 21-year-old driver crashed into a Nissan Rogue. A pregnant woman … [Read more...] about Tragic Staten Island Accident at Corneila Avenue and Hylan Boulevard
4 People Injured in a Plainview Accident With a Nassau Police Ambulance
PLAINVIEW, NY – June 16, 2020 – According to an online news article posted on Patch.com, a three-car accident injured four individuals. The accident also involved a police ambulance. The accident occurred on Monday, June 15, 2020, at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon. The news report states that the accident happened when a … [Read more...] about 4 People Injured in a Plainview Accident With a Nassau Police Ambulance
Car Accident With Injuries on the Staten Island South Shore
BROOKLYN, NY - June 15, 2020 - According to an online news report published on NYPost.com, a woman who is six months pregnant was seriously injured in an accident in the Staten Island South Shore area. The motor vehicle accident caused severe injuries to four other people and left the woman in critical condition. The pregnant woman, … [Read more...] about Car Accident With Injuries on the Staten Island South Shore
Preventing Head-On Collisions
USA- Roadsbridges.com writes that rural roads lead to many of the nation's deadliest crashes. Some data suggests that 90 percent of deadly collisions take place on two-lane roads. Many of the most devastating incidents on these roads are head-on collisions. Thousands of people are killed in these instances each year, highlighting … [Read more...] about Preventing Head-On Collisions
Many Car Insurance Discounts to Expire in June
SAVANNAH, GA- Wsav.com writes that the outbreak of COVID-19 and the resulting stay-at-home orders, far fewer drivers have been on the road at any given time. Most people cut down on the amount of driving they are doing, and the rate of car crashes also dropped. In April, car insurance companies reduced their rates as their normal … [Read more...] about Many Car Insurance Discounts to Expire in June
Long Island Car Accident With Serious Injuries
NASSAU COUNTY, NY - June 1, 2020 - According to an online news report from DailyVoice.com, a serious accident with injuries occurred in West Islip on Long Island. The report states that the driver and his passenger were seriously injured in the motor vehicle accident. Suffolk County Police said that the investigation is ongoing, and … [Read more...] about Long Island Car Accident With Serious Injuries
1 Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash in Syosset, New York
SYOSSET, NY - June 1, 2020 - According to an online news report from Patch.com, both the Jericho volunteer fire department and the Syosset volunteer fire department were dispatched to a traffic accident along the Long Island Expressway this past weekend. The accident occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Syosset, New York. One … [Read more...] about 1 Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash in Syosset, New York
Two Injured in Bruckner Expressway Crash
BRONX, N.Y. — A violent collision on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx between two vehicles sent two to the hospital with serious injuries. According to the Bronx Times, the accident happened on at 2:55 p.m. and the New York City Police Department’s Highway Collision Investigation Squad responded to the crash site to initiate an … [Read more...] about Two Injured in Bruckner Expressway Crash
Injury Causing Crash Snarls Traffic on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A motorist required hospitalization after two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn-bound approach to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. The accident happened near the Lily Pond Avenue, and Fingerboard Road exits on the Staten Island Expressway at the height of morning rush hour traffic. Officers from the NYPD, along … [Read more...] about Injury Causing Crash Snarls Traffic on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
Head-On Crash in West Babylon Tragically Kills One
WEST BABYLON, NY- Newyork.cbslocal.com writes that a crash occurred in Suffolk County this week that killed one person. The victim worked for a pizza shop in Babylon and was out delivering an order at the time of the deadly collision. The man had worked at the pizza shop for twelve years before dying in the crash, and his … [Read more...] about Head-On Crash in West Babylon Tragically Kills One
Car Accident on Long Island Sends Multiple People to Hospital with Injuries
EAST ISLIP, Long Island, N.Y. — Suffolk County police reported a severe accident Tuesday around 6:25 a.m. on Union Avenue in East Islip that left three people with injuries. Suffolk County police reported that a Sprinter van and another vehicle were involved in the crash. The impact of the vehicles sent the van into a utility pole. … [Read more...] about Car Accident on Long Island Sends Multiple People to Hospital with Injuries
Wrong-Way Hit-and-Run Crash Tragically Kills Mom in Annadale
ANNADALE, NY- Silive.com writes that a woman died in a tragic crash in Annadale in the evening at the intersection of Annadale Road and Arden Avenue. The victim has been identified as a 32-year-old woman from Tottenville. Reports state that the woman was a single mom with two young daughters. The victim worked for an eyeglass … [Read more...] about Wrong-Way Hit-and-Run Crash Tragically Kills Mom in Annadale
Two-Vehicle Crash Kills One on Long Island, New York
LONG ISLAND, NY- The dailyvoice.com writes that a tragic crash left one person dead in Long Island overnight this week. The incident occurred in the late evening in North Bay Shore. According to reports, the victim was a 31-year-old man from Bay Shore who was operating a 2009 Ducati motorcycle and traveling southbound on Ohio Avenue. … [Read more...] about Two-Vehicle Crash Kills One on Long Island, New York
Two-Vehicle Wreck in Hicksville Injures One
HICKSVILLE, NY- Patch.com writes that a severe crash occurred in Hicksville this week. One of the vehicles involved in the incident rolled onto its side due to the impact. Reports indicate that the wreck happened in the evening at the intersection of Pine Street and Plainview Road. The victim in the van that rolled was initially … [Read more...] about Two-Vehicle Wreck in Hicksville Injures One
Upstanding Long Island Police and Citizen is Recovering From Horrific Accident
RIVERHEAD, New York — A Long Island police officer miraculously survived a tremendous car crash and is now out of danger. The officer is heading to a rehabilitation facility for further treatment as he fights his way back to return to work. The Patch from Riverhead, New York, reported that the injured officer joined a vehicle pursuit … [Read more...] about Upstanding Long Island Police and Citizen is Recovering From Horrific Accident
One Injured in Car Crash on William Floyd Parkway
YAPHANK, Long Island, N.Y. — Friday evening, detectives from the Suffolk County Police Department were dispatched to investigate a serious accident that forced officers to close the William Floyd Parkway in Yaphank. According to an article appearing in Newsday, one person suffered serious injuries in the crash. Two other motorists … [Read more...] about One Injured in Car Crash on William Floyd Parkway
Technology to Put a Stop to Drunk Driving
USA- Lifesly.com writes that campaigns to end drunk driving cost millions. While the efforts have cut down on this dangerous practice, they have not been able to do enough as people still die every day in crashes caused by drunk motorists. Now technology may join the fight against drunk drivers, and it could make a massive change … [Read more...] about Technology to Put a Stop to Drunk Driving
Speeding Is the Number One Killer in Auto Crashes
Driving at excessive speeds accounts for more deadly automotive crashes than driving under the influence, according to an article appearing on the consumer website valuepenguin.com. Speed kills; it is plain and simple. Operating a car faster than conditions would safely allow or driving at a speed greater than posted caused the … [Read more...] about Speeding Is the Number One Killer in Auto Crashes
NTSB Driver, Tesla, and Lax Regulations to Blame in Fatal Crash
DETRIOT, Mich. — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) ruled that the drivers, the automotive company Tesla, and insufficient regulation regarding automated driving share the blame for a deadly crash that happened in Florida in 2019. The Tesla sedan involved in the crash was in “autopilot mode” when the collision occurred. … [Read more...] about NTSB Driver, Tesla, and Lax Regulations to Blame in Fatal Crash
Two People Hospitalized After Serious Accident in Pavilion
PAVILION, New York — A collision between two vehicles sent two people to Strong Memorial Hospital in the western New York town of Pavilion Sunday. The Batavian reported that the accident occurred at approximately 7:00 p.m. at the intersection of Routes 63 and 246 in Pavilion. The Genesee County Sheriff’s office sent several deputies … [Read more...] about Two People Hospitalized After Serious Accident in Pavilion
Pile-up Accident on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge Injures Six
STATEN ISLAND, New York — A multi-car pileup on the upper level of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge heading into Brooklyn is to blame for six injuries. The crash on the bridge happened around 2:45 p.m. Sunday. The crash, which occurred in the center of the bridge, forced first responders to close all of the lanes of traffic heading into … [Read more...] about Pile-up Accident on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge Injures Six
Uber Driver Arrested for DUI Manslaughter
HAINES CITY, Fla. — An Uber driver is under arrest for DUI Manslaughter after driving under the influence of methamphetamine and marijuana while crashing his vehicle and killing his passenger. The Uber passenger died when the Uber driver lost control over his vehicle and slammed into the back of a tractor-trailer truck. The Uber … [Read more...] about Uber Driver Arrested for DUI Manslaughter
New York State Considering Law to Make Seatbelt Use in Back Seat Mandatory
ALBANY, New York — New York state law at this point only requires the driver and front-seat passengers to wear seatbelts when riding in cars. Legislators are considering amending state law to include mandatory use of the seatbelts in the rear of vehicles as well. According to an article appearing on Long Island News 12’s website, the … [Read more...] about New York State Considering Law to Make Seatbelt Use in Back Seat Mandatory
Man Killed Walking on William Floyd Parkway
SHIRLEY, Long Island, New York — A man walking along William Floyd Parkway Wednesday in Shirley died after a car collided with him according to Patch.com. The collision between a vehicle and the man, which occurred about 8:15 p.m., forced police to close the William Floyd Parkway in both directions for a long period to conduct their … [Read more...] about Man Killed Walking on William Floyd Parkway
Female Pedestrian Killed at the Scene of an Accident in Central Islip
CENTRAL ISLIP, Long Island, New York — A caller to 911 reported a fatal crash around 5:40 a.m. Monday. Suffolk Police, along with first responders from the local fire department and EMS, raced to the area of Suffolk Avenue and Casement Avenue for a report of a significant motor vehicle crash. Police learned as they arrived at the … [Read more...] about Female Pedestrian Killed at the Scene of an Accident in Central Islip
Suffolk County Police Investigate Fatal Crash in North Bellport
NORTH BELLPORT, Long Island, New York — Suffolk County Police detectives attached to the department’s Fifth Squad, with assistance from other agencies, responded to a severe crash in the eastbound lanes of the Route 27, also known as the Sunshine Highway, in North Bellport in Suffolk County to investigate a 911 report of a severe … [Read more...] about Suffolk County Police Investigate Fatal Crash in North Bellport
Traffic Delays Mount on Staten Island Expressway After Multi-Car Crash
STATEN ISLAND, New York — Traffic on the westbound side of the Staten Island Expressway ground to a halt after a multi-car accident. The initial reports from first responders at the accident scene indicated that at least four vehicles were involved in the collision, which was near the Richmond Avenue exit. The emergency call … [Read more...] about Traffic Delays Mount on Staten Island Expressway After Multi-Car Crash
Serious Auto Accident on Express Drive South in Long Island
MEDFORD, Long Island, N.Y. — A New York State trooper and another person sustained serious injuries in a multi-vehicle car accident in Medford in Suffolk County, Long Island. The accident happened around 8:55 a.m. on Express Drive South at the intersection of County Road 83 in Medford according to the Daily Voice. The evidence from … [Read more...] about Serious Auto Accident on Express Drive South in Long Island
Serious Auto Accident on Express Drive South in Long Island
MEDFORD, Long Island, N.Y. — A New York State trooper and another person sustained serious injuries in a multi-vehicle car accident in Medford in Suffolk County, Long Island. The accident happened around 8:55 a.m. on Express Drive South at the intersection of County Road 83 in Medford according to the Daily Voice. The evidence from … [Read more...] about Serious Auto Accident on Express Drive South in Long Island
Crowd Gathers to Lift SUV Off of Woman
MANHATTAN, New York — A woman was struck by a black Mercedes-Benz sports utility vehicle on the Lower East Side and became trapped under the vehicle. Dozens of on-lookers raced across the busy intersection at Delancy and Norfolk to help lift the SUV off of the ground and pull the victim to safety. The amazing feat of cooperation and … [Read more...] about Crowd Gathers to Lift SUV Off of Woman
Six People Hospitalized after Pileup on BQE
BROOKLYN, NY- Nydailynews.com writes that a multiple-vehicle pileup took place in Brooklyn. The crash involved a box truck and two passenger vehicles. The incident took place on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway close to Atlantic Avenue just before nine in the morning. Images from the crash scene show one of the vehicles badly … [Read more...] about Six People Hospitalized after Pileup on BQE
Two Teens Die in Tragic Crash onto Train Tracks
PEARL RIVER, NY- Abc7ny.com writes that a Porsche drove off of an overpass and onto train tracks below where it caught fire. The crash took place over the weekend in Rockland County at West Crooked Hill Road. The vehicle was a 2017 Porsche Macan, and two teens in the vehicle died while a third was severely injured. Reports … [Read more...] about Two Teens Die in Tragic Crash onto Train Tracks
Long Island Police Officer Nearly Killed by a Drunk Driver
STONY BROOK, Long Island, N.Y. — A police officer who spent almost two weeks on life support after a severe crash with a suspected drunk driver was released from the hospital. The suspected drunk driver died in the crash. The officer was greeted by his colleagues and superiors, along with dozens of others as he was discharged from … [Read more...] about Long Island Police Officer Nearly Killed by a Drunk Driver
Rear-End Collision on Long Island Expressway in Suffolk County, New York
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY. – A driver was seriously injured in a rear-end vehicle collision that occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Suffolk County, New York, according to a news report from newsday.com. The victim was trapped in his vehicle following the accident, and emergency crews had to work for nearly an hour to free him. The … [Read more...] about Rear-End Collision on Long Island Expressway in Suffolk County, New York
Hauppauge Crash Seriously Injures One Person
HAUPPAUGE, Long Island, N.Y. — Suffolk County Police are investigating a severe motor vehicle crash that resulted in at least one person suffering severe injuries. The New York Patch reported that the accident occurred around 8:20 on a Friday morning. The initial reports suggest that those two vehicles were involved. There was no … [Read more...] about Hauppauge Crash Seriously Injures One Person
Wrong-Way Driver Accident on Hutchinson River Parkway
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. — Police apprehended a man driving the wrong way on Hutchinson River Parkway and charged him with several crimes, along with a moving violation. The wrong-way driver, a man from the Bronx, hit two cars while motoring in the wrong direction. Three people were hurt in the crash that happened around 9:54 p.m. … [Read more...] about Wrong-Way Driver Accident on Hutchinson River Parkway
Head-On Collision in Shoreham Hospitalizes Two
SHOREHAM, Long Island, N.Y. — The two motorists involved in a frightening head-on collision on Route 25A in Shoreham are lucky to be alive. The call for an accident with injuries went out to first responders around midnight. Upon arrival, first responders found three cars involved in the crash, and they soon learned that two of those … [Read more...] about Head-On Collision in Shoreham Hospitalizes Two
Tragic Henry Hudson Parkway Accident
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK – As reported in an online news article published by nypost.com, 2 people are dead, including an NYPD police officer, following a fiery accident on Henry Hudson Parkway that left both victims unrecognizable. A 24-year-old NYPD officer who worked out of the 121stPrecinct on Staten Island, along with her … [Read more...] about Tragic Henry Hudson Parkway Accident
Car Accident at the College of Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK – According to an online news article published by www.silive.com, one person sustained injuries in an accident on campus at the College of Staten Island. An early afternoon accident sent one person to Staten Island University Hospital in Ocean Breeze for treatment of injuries. While the details and … [Read more...] about Car Accident at the College of Staten Island
Fatal Thomaston Accident
NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK – As reported online by www.newsday.com, a 58-year-old man who sustained fatal injuries in a Thomaston accident may have been attempting to make a U-turn. According to local police, a 58-year-old man was killed in a car accident in Thomaston when he was likely attempting to make a U-turn. The afternoon … [Read more...] about Fatal Thomaston Accident
Traffic Accident on the Long Island Express in Queens
One Person Sustains Fatal Injuries From Accident on the Long Island Express in Queens QUEENS, NEW YORK – As reported online by www.nbcnewyork.com, a 67-year-old man sustained fatal injuries, and one person has been arrested following a five-vehicle collision on the Long Island Express. A rush-hour accident on the Long Island … [Read more...] about Traffic Accident on the Long Island Express in Queens
Red Light Cameras May Increase Accidents
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK – As reported online by www.thenewspaper.com, a study concludes that the presence of red light cameras in New York may have increased the number of accidents at intersections. A study conducted by Suffolk County reviewed 13,365 crash reports that reveal accidents at intersections with red light cameras … [Read more...] about Red Light Cameras May Increase Accidents
Two-Vehicle Accident in East Meadow, Long Island
Two People Have Died Following Two-Vehicle Accident in East Meadow, Long Island HEMPSTEAD, LONG ISLAND – As reported online by abc7ny.com, two people were killed in an early morning accident on Wantagh State Parkway on Long Island. An early morning accident in East Meadow, Long Island involving two vehicles left two people … [Read more...] about Two-Vehicle Accident in East Meadow, Long Island
Fatal Motor Vehicle Statistics
STATEN ISLAND, New York — SILIVE.com published a report based on recent findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration suggesting that fatalities caused by motor vehicle accidents dropped by one percent from 2017 to 2018. The figures relied upon by the NHTSA are preliminary statistics and not the final numbers from … [Read more...] about Fatal Motor Vehicle Statistics
Drunk Driver Causes Crash Injuring a Young Girl
CENTRAL ISLIP, Long Island, N.Y. — A five-year-old girl suffered severe injuries in a motor vehicle accident involving a suspected drunk driver in Central Islip. The crash reportedly occurred on Saturday, May 25, 2019, around 9:00 p.m. according to NBC 4 New York. The 57-year-old woman from East Patchogue was placed under arrest by … [Read more...] about Drunk Driver Causes Crash Injuring a Young Girl
Roll-Over Crash on Verrazzano Bridge Injures Several People
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Traffic on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge was stuck bumper-to-bumper after multi-car crash which also involved a vehicle that rolled over. Ten people were injured in the accident that happened around 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2019, according to NBC 4 New York. Of the ten people who were hurt, two of the victims … [Read more...] about Roll-Over Crash on Verrazzano Bridge Injures Several People
Party Bus Accident With Injuries in East Islip
EAST ISLIP, Long Island — A careless driver ran a stop sign in East Islip on Sunday, May 19, 2019, and slammed into a trolley party bus carrying a wedding party to the nuptials. Several people onboard the trolley suffered injuries in the collision. Suffolk County police responded to the crash and issued a traffic ticket to the woman … [Read more...] about Party Bus Accident With Injuries in East Islip
Drunk Driver Kills SUNY Cortland Student
DRYDEN, N.Y. — One woman is dead, and another is facing serious criminal charges after a drunk driving accident killed a female co-ed in Upstate New York. Syracuse.com reported that the fatal drunk driving collision occurred between 3:30 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. The woman officers arrested for vehicular manslaughter and other charges was … [Read more...] about Drunk Driver Kills SUNY Cortland Student
Two Injured in Huntington Station Accident
HUNTINGTON STATION, Long Island, N.Y. — Two people were hurt in a car accident in Huntington Station on Long Island. The initial reports indicated that one person sustained serious injuries while the other motorist’s injuries were described as minor. According to Long Island News 12, police are still investigating why the crash … [Read more...] about Two Injured in Huntington Station Accident
NYPD Officer Killed in Off-Duty Accident
LYNBROOK, Long Island, N.Y. — The off-duty New York City Police officer killed in an accident was originally from Guyana, the news website Demerara Waves reported. The officer was reporting for duty at his Far Rockaway post when the crash happened. The officer was 32-year-old when he died. The fatal, two-car accident occurred around … [Read more...] about NYPD Officer Killed in Off-Duty Accident
NYPD Officer Killed in Lynbrook Accident
LYNBROOK, Long Island, N.Y. — Newsday reported that a police officer with the New York City Police Department died in a motor vehicle accident while off duty in Lynbrook on Long Island. The fatal crash happened on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, around 6:50 a.m. Although the officer was off duty at the time, officials with the New York City … [Read more...] about NYPD Officer Killed in Lynbrook Accident
Accident on Gowanus Expressway
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A car accident on the Gowanus Expressway at the 7th Avenue exit is responsible for massive traffic ties ups on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge that began shortly before 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. SILIVE.com reported that the auto accident tied up both levels of the bridge heading east from Staten Island … [Read more...] about Accident on Gowanus Expressway
Multi-Vehicle Deer Park Car Accident
DEER PARK, NEW YORK – As reported online by patch.com, three people sustained injuries in a multi-vehicle accident when one vehicle allegedly ran a red light and struck two SUVs. On April 27, 2019, three vehicles were involved in an accident on Long Island Avenue near the intersection of Carlls Path. According to Suffolk Police, … [Read more...] about Multi-Vehicle Deer Park Car Accident
Retired NYPD Officer in Fatal DWI Accident
CENTRAL ISLIP, NEW YORK – As reported online by pix11.com, a retired New York City police officer is facing criminal charges following a Long Island drunk driving accident that resulted in one of his passenger’s death. According to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, the 48-year-old retired NYPD officer was involved in … [Read more...] about Retired NYPD Officer in Fatal DWI Accident
Fatal Auto Accident in Long Island
QUEENS, N.Y. — One teenager died, and three others sustained various injuries in a horrible auto accident on the Southern State Parkway on Long Island on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, according to the Patch New York. Two of the injured teens are in critical condition. The third teen suffered severe, but non-life-threatening injuries. … [Read more...] about Fatal Auto Accident in Long Island
Reverend Killed in Long Island Accident
MERRICK, N.Y. — A reverend who had finished preaching a few hours before getting into his vehicle died when a man who police suspect was high on drugs crashed into the reverend’s car. The reverend’s vehicle slammed into a tree. According to the report filed by Long Island News 12, the crash happened shortly after midnight on Friday, … [Read more...] about Reverend Killed in Long Island Accident
63-Year-old Canarsie Woman Killed in Violent Car Crash
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 63-year-old real estate agent from Canarsiedied in a horrific crash as she was headed home from her Flatlands office. The accident that killed the woman occurred in the afternoon hours according to BKLYNER.com. A third car was involved in the fatal wreck as well. New York Police Department Detectives assigned to … [Read more...] about 63-Year-old Canarsie Woman Killed in Violent Car Crash
Accident With Injuries on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
STATEN ISLAND, New York — SILIVE.com reports that one person suffered injuries in a car accident on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. The incident happened on the Brooklyn side of the span in the eastbound, or Brooklyn-bound lanes. The report filed by SILIVE.com correspondents did not explain how many vehicles may have been involved in … [Read more...] about Accident With Injuries on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
Street Racing Likely Culprit in Deadly Crash
EAST FLATBUSH, Brooklyn, N.Y. — The 19-year-old driver of a Mercedes-Benz sedan died, and his two teenage passengers, one 19-year-old who suffered minor injuries, and the other 16-years-old suffered massive injuries after the vehicle raced down Kings Highway and slammed into a tree. According to NBC New York, witnesses said that the … [Read more...] about Street Racing Likely Culprit in Deadly Crash
Nissan Rogue Auto Brake System Accidents
Forbes Magazine reported that the consumer safety advocate group Center for Auto Safety says that the 2017-2018 model of the Nissan Rogue must be recalled. According to Forbes, the Center for Auto Safety opined that the Rogue’s Automatic Emergency Braking system is faulty and endangers anyone riding in the Rogue as well … [Read more...] about Nissan Rogue Auto Brake System Accidents
Three Injured in Cedarhurst Accident
CEDARHURST, Long Island, N.Y. —According to Long Island News 12, a crash involving four cars sent three people to the hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. Police are still investigating why the four cars collided at the intersection of Peninsula Boulevard and Cedarhurst Avenue around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Three Injured in Cedarhurst Accident
Auto Accident With Injuries in Prince’s Bay
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — SILIVE.com reported that a person was trapped in a vehicle after a crash in Prince’s Bay. The incident happened around 11:00 a.m. Police and Fire responded to the call for service on Hyland Avenue in the Prince’s Bay section of Staten Island. First responders removed the victim from the wreckage and transported … [Read more...] about Auto Accident With Injuries in Prince’s Bay
Couple Declared Dead after Car Plunges into Long Island Sound
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — Authorities in Westchester County raced to the scene of a tragic accident and found a husband and wife, both in their 70s, dead after their car smashed through a barrier and landed in the Long Island Sound. ABC 7 New York reported that law enforcement officers said that the crash occurred around 4:00 p.m. … [Read more...] about Couple Declared Dead after Car Plunges into Long Island Sound
Porsche Brake Light and Fuel Line Failure Recall
Consumer Reports announced that the luxury automobile manufacturer Porsche recalled almost 30,000 of its luxury sedans, sports cars, and sports utility vehicles due to brake light issues and fuel-line leaks. About one-half of the affected cars experience the brake light problem while the remainder has the fuel-line problem. Porsche … [Read more...] about Porsche Brake Light and Fuel Line Failure Recall
Argument Leads to Deadly Accident on Long Island
HEMPSTEAD, Long Island, N.Y. — A 22-year-old father of two infants is dead, his 21-year-old female passenger is in critical condition, and police apprehended another driver after an argument led to a chase conducted at high speeds. The chase ended when one of the drivers involved in the pursuit slammed into the other car and … [Read more...] about Argument Leads to Deadly Accident on Long Island
Head-On Collision in South Hampton Kills One
SOUTHAMPTON, LONG ISLAND, NY - Police say that a 20-year-old man from Flanders died in a head-on crash with a pickup driven by an 18-year-old male. The accident reportedly happened at approximately 7:00 a.m. according to the Riverhead News-Review. Police from Southampton as well as investigators from the New York State Police … [Read more...] about Head-On Collision in South Hampton Kills One
Self-Driving Cars to Debut in Brooklyn Navy Yard
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A Boston-based autonomous vehicle company will unveil a new program designed to test its self-driving cars in Brooklyn’s Navy Yard. The startup company which dubbed itself "Optimus Pride" announced that it would begin shuttle service in the Navy Yard by the end of the summer if not the end of 2019 according to an … [Read more...] about Self-Driving Cars to Debut in Brooklyn Navy Yard
Car Accident Pilot Program Starts on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department announced a new plan to reduce police calls for service to minor accident scenes on Staten Island. ABC 7 NY said that Staten Island police officials instituted the program. The NYPD hopes that by reducing the number of calls to respond to relatively minor car accidents, it … [Read more...] about Car Accident Pilot Program Starts on Staten Island
Four People Injured in Serious Accident in Mastic Beach
MASTIC BEACH, Long Island, N.Y. — Suffolk County Police initiated an investigation into a terrifying motor vehicle crash that left four people severely injured including a woman and a two-year-old baby boy. The horrible accident happened around 11:00 a.m. in Mastic Beach at the intersection of Flower Road and Neighborhood Road … [Read more...] about Four People Injured in Serious Accident in Mastic Beach
Teen Accused of Causing Two Crashes
MEDFORD, Long Island, N.Y. — Suffolk County Police allege that a 17-year-old male from Medford, Long Island caused two motor vehicle crashes and fled from both according to NewsDay.com. Suffolk County Police investigators claim that the teenager struck a police officer on Friday. The teen now faces numerous criminal charges in … [Read more...] about Teen Accused of Causing Two Crashes
Fiery Accident in East Flatbush, New York
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — An overnight crash involving a single car on Kings Highway in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn rocked the sleeping neighborhood around 3:30 in the morning. Nbcnewyork.com reported that a Honda Accord was traveling at what is believed to be excessive speeds, wrapped itself around a light pole and burst into … [Read more...] about Fiery Accident in East Flatbush, New York
Several Cars Collide on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — SILIVE.com reported that a multi-vehicle accident happened on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during the tail end of the commute. SILIVE.com posted a copy of a Twitter post from Total Traffic NYC indicating that the incident forced the closure of at least two lanes of traffic around 10:15 a.m. The information … [Read more...] about Several Cars Collide on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
Person Injured in Crash During Friday Morning Commute
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Two cars collided on the Staten Island Expressway according to SILIVE.com. One person reportedly sustained a minor injury in the accident. The collision happened in the east lanes of the Staten Island Expressway and was the second crash reported during the morning commute. The accident caused even more … [Read more...] about Person Injured in Crash During Friday Morning Commute
Crash Involving National Grid Vehicle Sends One to Hospital
ELTINGVILLE, Staten Island, N.Y. — A National Grid vehicle was involved in a crash in which one person suffered minor injuries. The accident happened in early morning hours in the Eltingville section of Staten Island. The employee went to a local hospital reportedly suffering from minor injuries. Silive.com reported that the … [Read more...] about Crash Involving National Grid Vehicle Sends One to Hospital
Corrections Officer Charged in DWI Crash
Queens, NY — According to the New York Post, a man with the rank of captain from the New York Department of Corrections was arrested after allegedly driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that severely injured his passenger. The collision took place Saturday evening around 7:00 p.m. on Laurel Hill Boulevard in Queens. Police … [Read more...] about Corrections Officer Charged in DWI Crash
DUI Crash in Melville, New York
MELVILLE, NY- According to Newli.com, police arrested a 27-year-old woman in Melville for driving under the influence. The woman was traveling with her 9-year-old daughter in the vehicle. The driver was operating a 2004 Acura and traveling east on the Long Island Expressway when she crashed into a median at about 11:45 at … [Read more...] about DUI Crash in Melville, New York
Multi-Car Collision in Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — According to Silive.com, three vehicles collided at an intersection that resulted in minor injuries. Silive.com indicated that the accident happened in the Rossville neighborhood of Staten Island. A spokesman speaking on behalf of the Fire Department of New York told reporters that the time of the crash was 9:47 … [Read more...] about Multi-Car Collision in Staten Island
Accident With Injuries on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
STATEN ISLAND, NY – According to Silive.com, an accident occurred on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge that resulted in one person suffering injuries. Silive.com stated that the information regarding the injuries was provided by a spokesperson assigned to the Fire Department of New York. Silive.com further reported that radio … [Read more...] about Accident With Injuries on Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
Drunk Driving Accident in Babylon, New York
BABYLON, NY - According to Newsli.com, a woman was arrested in relation to a car crash that took place in Suffolk County. The driver is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs when the collision took place, and her passenger was severely injured. The driver was operating a 2005 Nissan Maxima and traveling west … [Read more...] about Drunk Driving Accident in Babylon, New York
Driver Dies in Run-Off-The-Road Accident
HAUPPAUGE, NY – According to LongIsland.News12.com, a driver was killed in a crash in Hauppauge when she drove off of the roadway and hit a utility pole. The incident took place on Friday, February 22, 2019, on Wheeler Road. The vehicle was a 2003 Nissan Murano. The driver was headed south at the time of the incident. The victim … [Read more...] about Driver Dies in Run-Off-The-Road Accident
Long Island Accident Kills 1, Injures 2
SHIRLEY, NY – According to Patch.com, a driver entered oncoming traffic and struck another vehicle head-on in Shirley, New York. The 26-year-old man was operating a 1992 Mazda heading west on Montauk Highway when he drifted across the center of the road at about 7:10 in the evening. The Mazda collided with an eastbound 2017 … [Read more...] about Long Island Accident Kills 1, Injures 2
When Should an Older Person Stop Operating a Vehicle?
NEW YORK - According to Wctv.tv, research published in the New England Journal of Medicine contributes to the ongoing somewhat controversial discussion of when an elderly driver should cease to operate a motor vehicle. There are currently over 45 million drivers in the United States who are over 65-years-old. One driver, Joan … [Read more...] about When Should an Older Person Stop Operating a Vehicle?
Queens Subway Track Beam Impales Windshield
QUEENS, NY – According to Ny.curbed.com, a driver narrowly escaped being impaled in a terrifying accident when a beam from the elevated subway infrastructure dropped and hit a moving vehicle on Roosevelt Avenue. The wooden beam pierced through the vehicle’s windshield and hit the driver’s passenger seat just a few inches away from … [Read more...] about Queens Subway Track Beam Impales Windshield
Accident Involving Pinellas Deputy Leads to Injures One
TAMPA, FL – According to tbreporter.com, a woman from Tampa suffered injuries in a collision with a Pinellas deputy who was off-duty at the time of the crash. The deputy rear-ended the woman’s vehicle on 54th Avenue. The injured woman was identified as a 28-year-old woman from Tampa. The victim was transported to the hospital … [Read more...] about Accident Involving Pinellas Deputy Leads to Injures One
Car Accident on The Southern State Parkway
HEMPSTEAD, NY – According to Longisland.com, a car accident took place on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at about 2:12 in the morning. Four vehicles were involved in the crash. Reports indicate that a Ford Econoline was disabled and left in the right lane of the Southern State Parkway. Behind the Ford was a Nissan Pathfinder. The … [Read more...] about Car Accident on The Southern State Parkway
Driver Sustains Severe Injuries on Indian Rocks Causeway
INDIAN ROCKS BEACH – According to Tbreporter.com, a driver lost control of his vehicle causing it to flip over on the Indian Rocks Causeway. The man suffered critical injuries in the crash and died two days later. The victim was identified as 73-year-old Mr. Kobel of Largo. Kobel was flown to the Bayfront Health St. Petersburg … [Read more...] about Driver Sustains Severe Injuries on Indian Rocks Causeway
DWI Suspects Cause Four-Car Crash With Injuries in Bronx
BRONX, NY – According to the nydailynews.com, a couple injured in a four-vehicle chain reaction crash feel that they are fortunate to have survived the ordeal. The crash took place on the New England Thruway. The cause of the crash was a pair of intoxicated street racers who smashed into the couple’s vehicle. Mrs. Carlos, 58, was … [Read more...] about DWI Suspects Cause Four-Car Crash With Injuries in Bronx
Map Indicates Dangerous Spots for Car Accidents in Queens
QUEENS, NY – According to queenseagle.com, some of the most likely places to be involved in a car accident in Queens have been identified. An interactive heatmap that incorporates NYPD car crash data was used to compile the most dangerous places within the city for vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists. The data collected … [Read more...] about Map Indicates Dangerous Spots for Car Accidents in Queens
Assemblyman Montesano Co-Sponsors Stretch Limousine Safety Act
LONG ISLAND, NY – According to LongIsland.com , Assemblyman Michael Montesano is now sponsoring the “Stretch Limousine Safety Act,” which will implement strict regulations and laws on the limousine industry. The regulations will include inspection and operation requirements and special licensing procedures and training for drivers … [Read more...] about Assemblyman Montesano Co-Sponsors Stretch Limousine Safety Act
Atlantoaxial Subluxation Injuries
According to NIH.gov, the first and second vertebrae in a person’s spine are referred to as the atlas and axis vertebrae. These bones are some of the cervical vertebrae, which make up a person’s upper spine, running from the base of the head down the neck. The axis vertebrae is the second cervical vertebrae, and it is connected to … [Read more...] about Atlantoaxial Subluxation Injuries
One Injured, One Killed in Tragic Six-Vehicle Collision in the Bronx
BRONX, NY – According to the nypost.com, a man died in a chain reaction collision in the Bronx on Monday and another person suffered severe injuries. The collision took place at about 1:15 in the morning on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Reports indicate that a 2012 GMC van and a 2002 Honda Civic collided in the left-hand lane. The … [Read more...] about One Injured, One Killed in Tragic Six-Vehicle Collision in the Bronx
Police Chase Ends with Three Dead, Two Injured
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY – According to Abc7ny.com, three people died in a car crash in Suffolk County when a teen driving a stolen vehicle crashed into another vehicle that was making a left turn. The teen was allegedly operating a stolen Nissan Rogue at the time of the crash. Just minutes prior to the deadly collision, a police officer … [Read more...] about Police Chase Ends with Three Dead, Two Injured
Vehicle Collision on Middle Island Kills Three
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY – According to Longisland.com, two vehicles were involved in a fatal collision on Route 25. Three people died in the crash, and two others sustained severe injuries. According to the Suffolk County Police, at about 11:45 pm, an officer saw a grey 2015 Nissan Rogue drive through a stop sign. The vehicle was … [Read more...] about Vehicle Collision on Middle Island Kills Three
Driver Sought in Connection with Hit-and-Run Incident
LONG ISLAND, NY – According to Longisland.com , an SUV was reportedly involved in an accident and then fled the scene. The Suffolk County Crime Stoppers are now seeking the driver of the vehicle and are recruiting help from the public in learning information about the suspect. According to the police, the black SUV crashed into a … [Read more...] about Driver Sought in Connection with Hit-and-Run Incident
Multiple Accidents on Goethals Bridge on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, NY – According to Silive.com, delays were reported in both directions on the Staten Island Expressway. The weather led to the delays with fog and light rainfall taking place during rush hour. There were crashes near the Goethals Bridge in the lanes traveling in both directions. An overturned tractor-trailer caused … [Read more...] about Multiple Accidents on Goethals Bridge on Staten Island
