Hicksville, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Hicksville, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 41,547
- ZIP Codes
- 11801, 11802
- Coordinates
- 40.7687°N, 73.5249°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- St. Joseph Hospital — 4295 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY 11714 | (516) 579-6000
- Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123
- Plainview Hospital (Northwell Health) — 888 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY 11803 | (516) 719-3000
Police
- NCPD 8th Precinct — 475 N Franklin St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 573-6800
Courts
- Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
Major Roads Through Hicksville
Recent Hicksville Incident Reports
Hicksville Juvenile Reported Missing Overnight, Found Safe per Nassau County Police Update
Hicksville Juvenile Reported Missing Overnight, Found Safe per Nassau County Pol.
Teen Reported Missing in Hicksville Overnight, Nassau Police Searching
Teen Reported Missing in Hicksville Overnight, Nassau Police Searching.
Staten Island Man Arrested for Grand Larceny in Hicksville, Nassau County
Staten Island Man Arrested for Grand Larceny in Hicksville, Nassau County.
Two People Killed in Hicksville Car Accident on Old Country Road
Two People Killed in Hicksville Car Accident on Old Country Road. Long Island, NY
Justin Timberlakes DWI Arrest Tape + Guilty Plea In $27K Sachem PTA Swipe: Authorities - LI Crime Roundup
Justin Timberlakes DWI Arrest Tape + Guilty Plea In $27K Sachem PTA Swipe: Authorities - LI Crime Ro. Long Island, NY
Driver indicted on manslaughter charges in Long Island crash that killed 2 teens
Driver indicted on manslaughter charges in Long Island crash that killed 2 teens. Long Island, NY
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Local Driver Services in Hicksville
Practical resources for Hicksville drivers — tire shops, gas prices, and live traffic conditions.
Accident Statistics
Historical accident statistics coming soon.
Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.
Seasonal Hazards
Winter
Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.
Spring
Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.
Summer
Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.
Fall
Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.
Safety Resources
Accident & Legal Resources — Hicksville
Frequently Asked Questions
Which intersections have the most accidents in Hicksville?
Broadway and Jericho Turnpike is historically Hicksville's most dangerous intersection, with high volumes of turning traffic from four commercial quadrants. The area around the Hicksville LIRR station on Jerusalem Avenue also sees frequent pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway interchanges at Jericho Turnpike and Old Country Road are high-accident zones.
Is Route 135 (Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway) dangerous near Hicksville?
Yes. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway (Route 135) is a high-speed limited-access facility and the interchanges at Old Country Road (Exit 8S/9N) and Jericho Turnpike (Exit 10N/11S) are complex interchange areas with speed differentials and merge conflicts. The expressway itself has been the scene of high-severity accidents including rollovers and multi-vehicle collisions.
What hospital is closest to Hicksville for accident emergencies?
St. Joseph Hospital in Bethpage (4295 Hempstead Tpke) is approximately five minutes from central Hicksville and is the closest full emergency facility. For severe trauma, Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow is the region's Level I trauma center and is accessible via Hempstead Turnpike or Route 135.