Massapequa, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Massapequa, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 21,685
- ZIP Codes
- 11758, 11762
- Coordinates
- 40.6676°N, 73.4732°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Mount Sinai South Nassau — 1 Healthy Way, Oceanside, NY 11572 | (516) 632-3000
- Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center — 1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795 | (631) 376-3000
Police
- NCPD 7th Precinct — 285 Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 573-7700
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 Massapequa
Recent Massapequa Incident Reports
Three Men Arrested in Massapequa Burglary, Nassau County Police Say
Three Men Arrested in Massapequa Burglary, Nassau County Police Say. June 19, 2026.
One Dead in Head-On Crash Closing Bethpage State Parkway in North Massapequa
One Dead in Head-On Crash Closing Bethpage State Parkway in North Massapequa. June 12, 2026.
Massapequa Train Death: 17-Year-Old Girl Hit by LIRR Train
A Massapequa teen was hit and killed by an LIRR train on the Babylon Branch June 8. What happened, where, MTA response, and Babylon Branch delay status — updated as officials release details.
Massapequa Woman, 22, Charged With Murder in Stabbing Death of Bobby Carragher
Massapequa Woman, 22, Charged With Murder in Stabbing Death of Bobby Carragher. June 2, 2026.
NCPD Makes Arrest in Massapequa Homicide Investigation
NCPD Makes Arrest in Massapequa Homicide Investigation.
Homicide Investigation Launched on Beaumont Ave. in Massapequa
Homicide Investigation Launched on Beaumont Ave. in Massapequa. Nassau County. June 1, 2026.
Updated continuously from 511NY, NYSP, NCPD, and SCPD feeds — all Long Island reports.
Dangerous Roads in Massapequa
Roads running through Massapequa where we've tracked three or more incidents. Each link opens a dedicated road × town breakout with a full incident timeline.
Local Driver Services in Massapequa
Practical resources for Massapequa 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 — Massapequa
Frequently Asked Questions
What are traffic conditions like on Merrick Road in Massapequa?
Merrick Road (Alternate US-27) through Massapequa Park and Massapequa is one of the busiest commercial corridors in southern Nassau County. The stretch between Unqua Road and the Seaford border sees chronic congestion during peak hours, with frequent rear-end and angle collisions at commercial driveways. The intersection with Broadway is particularly hazardous.
How does the Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway affect Massapequa?
Route 135 forms the western boundary of Massapequa, and its southern terminus at Sunrise Highway (near Exit 1) is a major traffic-generation point. The service roads parallel to Route 135 see high volumes of local traffic that conflicts with expressway ramp movements. The Massapequa Lake area near the expressway terminus is especially congested on weekends.
Where is the closest emergency room to Massapequa?
Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside is approximately 15 minutes north and west and is the primary emergency facility for the Massapequa area. Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip is approximately 15 minutes east and is a convenient alternative for residents in the eastern part of the hamlet.