Person Struck, Seriously Injured By Long Island Driver: Police

A man has suffered severe injuries after he was hit by a car on Long Island, authorities said.

Late on Thursday, April 27, a man crossing Hempstead Turnpike was struck by an oncoming vehicle, leaving him in serious condition, police announced.
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04/28/2023 1:30 p.m.

The incident took place in Levittown just before midnight on Thursday, April 27.

According to police, the victim, a man approximately 60 years of age, was crossing Hempstead Turnpike going north near Jerusalem Avenue.

While crossing, he was struck by a 32-year-old driving a 2013 Nissan Altima traveling west on Hempstead Turnpike.

Authorities report that the man suffered severe head and chest injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he is currently listed in serious condition.

No other injuries were reported.

The investigation is ongoing.

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