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Bicyclist Seriously Injured In Crash With Pickup Truck: Suffolk Police

A 73-year-old bicyclist was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a pickup truck in East Patchogue, Suffolk County police announced on Saturday, Jan. 18.

Gary Green, of Bellport, was riding on Montauk Highway near County Road 101 when a westbound 2013 Ford pickup truck driven by 68-year-old Norman Kurrass, of East Patchogue, hit him at 5:14 p.m., detectives said.

Green was rushed to Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue for treatment of his injuries. Kurrass was not injured in the crash, according to police.

The pickup truck was impounded for a safety check, and the Fifth Squad is continuing its investigation.

Tips leading to an arrest may result in a reward of up to $5,000.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Fifth Squad at 631-854-8552.

 Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-220-TIPS or using the P3 Tips app. 

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