Hit-and-Run Incident Under Investigation on Long Island (May 13)

Hit-and-Run Incident Under Investigation on Long Island (May 13) May 13, 2026. [NYSP]

Updated May 14, 2026
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Map showing incident location at 40.7800, -73.3000 Incident location, Long Island

What Happened

A hit-and-run incident occurred on Long Island Wednesday, May 13, 2026, according to preliminary reports. Details about the specific location, time, and circumstances surrounding the collision remain limited as authorities continue their investigation.

The severity of the incident has been classified as moderate, though specific information about injuries or property damage has not yet been confirmed by official sources. Police have not released details about the vehicles involved, the direction of travel, or the exact roadway where the collision took place.

No arrests have been announced in connection with the hit-and-run, and authorities have not provided descriptions of the fleeing vehicle or suspect. The identity and condition of any victims involved in the incident have not been disclosed.

Emergency responders likely arrived at the scene following the collision, though details about which agencies responded and the timeline of their response have not been confirmed. The extent of any medical treatment required for those involved remains unclear.

Location & Road Context

While the incident occurred somewhere on Long Island, the specific roadway and municipality have not been identified in available reports. Long Island’s extensive network of highways, parkways, and local roads sees significant daily traffic volumes, making hit-and-run incidents a persistent concern for local law enforcement agencies.

The lack of specific location details prevents analysis of particular traffic patterns or road conditions that may have contributed to the incident.

Police are presumably conducting an investigation to identify the driver who fled the scene, though no official updates on the investigation’s progress have been released. Hit-and-run incidents typically involve canvassing for witnesses, reviewing nearby security camera footage, and examining physical evidence left at the scene.

In New York State, leaving the scene of an accident can result in serious criminal charges, with penalties varying based on the severity of injuries involved and whether property damage occurred. However, no charges have been announced in this case as the investigation continues.

Broader Impact

Hit-and-run incidents pose particular challenges for law enforcement on Long Island, where the dense network of roads can provide multiple escape routes for fleeing drivers. The classification of this incident as “moderate” suggests significant impact, though without confirmation of specific injuries or damage, the full scope remains uncertain.

This is a developing story. Long Island Traffic will provide updates as more information becomes available from official sources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I'm in a car accident on Long Island?

Call 911 immediately if anyone is injured or if the vehicles can't be moved safely off the roadway. Stay at the scene — leaving the scene of an accident with injuries is a crime under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law §600. Exchange license, registration, and insurance information with every other driver involved. Take photographs of every vehicle, the position of the vehicles before they're moved, all license plates, the road surface, traffic signs, and any visible injuries. Get the names and phone numbers of every witness — police often won't capture bystander witnesses on their own. Seek medical attention within 24 hours even if you feel fine; soft-tissue injuries and concussions can take a day or two to present, and a delayed medical visit weakens an injury claim. In Nassau County, NCPD responds outside of incorporated villages. In Suffolk County, SCPD covers the five western towns; East End towns have their own forces. New York State Police Troop L responds to accidents on state highways across both counties.

How long do I have to file a no-fault claim in New York?

Thirty days. New York Insurance Law §5102 requires you to file a Personal Injury Protection (PIP/no-fault) application with the insurer of the vehicle you were in (or, if you were a pedestrian or cyclist, with the insurer of the striking vehicle) within 30 days of the accident. Missing the 30-day deadline can void your no-fault benefits — that's up to $50,000 in medical bills and 80% of lost wages (capped at $2,000/month) per injured person. The form is the NF-2 application; your insurance carrier provides it on request. New York no-fault is a true PIP system: it pays regardless of who caused the crash.

How long do I have to sue after a Long Island car accident?

Three years from the date of the accident for personal injury claims under CPLR §214(5). Wrongful death claims have a two-year deadline under EPTL §5-4.1. If a government entity is involved (a county vehicle, a road defect on a state highway, a defective traffic signal, a county bus), you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days under General Municipal Law §50-e — that's a non-negotiable jurisdictional deadline, and missing it usually bars the claim entirely. Property-damage-only claims have the same three-year clock. The clock starts on the day of the accident, not the day you discover the full extent of an injury.

How do I get a copy of the police accident report?

If local police responded to the scene, the report is filed under an MV-104A form. In New York State, you can request a copy through the DMV at https://dmv.ny.gov/vehicle-safety/get-copy-accident-report (roughly $7 online, $10 by mail) once the responding agency has uploaded it to the state system, which usually takes 5-10 business days. NCPD and SCPD also have their own direct-request processes through the precinct that responded. If you weren't injured but the property damage exceeded $1,000, New York VTL §605 requires you (the driver) to file your own MV-104 report with the DMV within 10 days regardless of whether police responded.

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