Westbury, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Westbury, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Village
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 15,000
- ZIP Codes
- 11590
- Coordinates
- 40.7557°N, 73.5885°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- NYU Winthrop Hospital — 259 First St, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 663-0333
- Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123
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
- Westbury Village Justice Court — 505 Post Ave, Westbury, NY 11590 | (516) 338-8800
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
Major Roads Through Westbury
- Northern State Parkway
- Old Country Road
- Post Avenue
- Jericho Turnpike
Recent Westbury Incident Reports
Harley-Davidson Rider Suffers Severe Arm Injury After Jeep Turns Into His Path on Old Country Road in Westbury
Harley-Davidson Rider Suffers Severe Arm Injury After Jeep Turns Into His Path o. August 9, 2026.
Serious Vehicular Accident Reported in Westbury, Nassau County on August 8
Serious Vehicular Accident Reported in Westbury, Nassau County on August 8. August 8, 2026.
Police-Involved Shooting Near Brush Hollow Road Rocks Westbury Neighborhood
Police-Involved Shooting Near Brush Hollow Road Rocks Westbury Neighborhood. August 4, 2026.
Police-Involved Shooting in Westbury Leaves One Critically Injured, Nassau Homicide Squad Investigating
Police-Involved Shooting in Westbury Leaves One Critically Injured, Nassau Homic. Nassau County. August 3, 2026.
Westbury Man Arrested Following Tuesday Morning Incident in Westbury
Westbury Man Arrested Following Tuesday Morning Incident in Westbury. Nassau County. July 28, 2026.
Two Lanes Closed on LIE Westbound Near Exit 39 After Thursday Morning Crash in Westbury
Two Lanes Closed on LIE Westbound Near Exit 39 After Thursday Morning Crash in W. July 23, 2026.
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Dangerous Roads in Westbury
Roads running through Westbury 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 Westbury
Practical resources for Westbury 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 — Westbury
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Westbury, NY?
Call 911 immediately. NCPD will respond. Document the scene with photos, exchange insurance information, and gather witness details. File a formal police report and notify your insurance company promptly. New York's no-fault law covers initial medical costs through your own PIP insurance.
Which roads are most dangerous in Westbury?
Old Country Road through Westbury is the highest-traffic corridor, with dense commercial development creating constant driveway conflicts. Post Avenue through the village center sees pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. The Northern State Parkway approaches near the Brush Hollow Road interchange are high-speed areas where merge conflicts cause frequent collisions.
Where is the nearest hospital to Westbury?
NYU Winthrop Hospital in Mineola is the closest major emergency facility, approximately ten minutes east of central Westbury. Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow is the county's Level I trauma center and is accessible via Hempstead Turnpike.