What Happened
A 44-year-old woman was struck by a car while crossing the road in Elmont on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 8:26 PM, Nassau County Police said. According to police, she was crossing “in the vicinity of Linden Boulevard and 238th Street when she was struck by a 2011 Lexus being operated by a 64 year old female.”
Police said the pedestrian “was transported to an area hospital in stable condition.” The driver “remained at scene,” according to the department.
News 12 said the woman “is recovering” and that “no other details have been released as of Saturday morning.”
Road and Transit Impact
Linden Boulevard was closed in both directions between 238th Street and 239th Street because of the crash, Nassau County Police said in a traffic advisory. In an update, the department said the roadway has since reopened.
What we don’t know yet: Police have not said when Linden Boulevard reopened or whether the driver faces any charges or summonses. There has also been no update on the pedestrian’s condition since she was taken to the hospital.
Sources
- Nassau County Police Department (official record)
- Nassau County Police Department (official record)
- News 12
- Long Island Life & Politics