12-Year-Old Airlifted To Hospital Following Long Island Crash

Two people were injured, including a young boy riding a bicycle, when a pair of large cars collided.

06/21/2024 3:30 p.m.

The North Bellmore incident occurred at around 4:40 p.m. on Thursday, June 20.

According to Nassau County Police, a 52-year-old man was driving a 2020 Ford Econoline Van northbound on Oakfield Avenue.

Near the intersection of S Shelley Road, he collided with a Jeep Grand Cherokee, driven by a 41-year-old woman heading east.

A 12-year-old boy, who was riding a bike nearby, was hit by one of the cars during the collision.

Authorities reported that the child was airlifted by a police helicopter to Cohen Children’s Hospital. He is currently listed in stable condition.

The Cherokee driver was also taken to a local hospital.

Police said the investigation is ongoing.

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