Police Searching For SUV Involved In Deer Park Hit-Run

Police on Long Island are searching for an SUV that allegedly struck a police cruiser, injuring the officer, and fled the scene.

Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying an SUV that allegedly struck a police car, injuring the officer.
Photo Credit: *Suffolk County Police Department*

Kathy Reakes

04/07/2024 3:00 p.m.

The crash occurred in Deer Park on Commack Road at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 1.

According to Suffolk County Police, a First Precinct officer was driving a marked police vehicle with lights and sirens northbound on Commack Road while attempting a traffic stop.

An SUV traveling southbound on Commack Road crashed into the front driver-side door of the police vehicle near Tell Avenue, police said.

The vehicle, which fled southbound without stopping, is possibly an older model 2000-20006 black GMC Yukon XL, a Chevrolet Suburban, or a Cadillac Escalade.

Police said the SUV has distinctive aftermarket chrome 5-spoke rims, extensive wear to the clear coat, and likely driver-side front-end damage.

The officer was transported to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.

Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIS or visiting www.P3Tips.com.

All calls, text messages, and emails will be kept confidential.

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