Amityville, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Amityville, Suffolk County, New York.

Overview

Type
Village
County
Suffolk County
Population
9,500
ZIP Codes
11701
Coordinates
40.6790°N, 73.4171°W

Emergency Resources

Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center — 1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795 | (631) 376-3000
  • Southside Hospital (Northwell Health) — 301 E Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706 | (631) 968-3000

Police

  • SCPD 3rd Precinct — 200 E Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | (631) 854-8300
  • Amityville Village Police Department — 18 Greene Ave, Amityville, NY 11701 | (631) 264-0400

Courts

  • Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
  • Amityville Village Justice Court — 21 Ireland Pl, Amityville, NY 11701 | (631) 264-6700
  • Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332

Major Roads Through Amityville

Recent Incidents

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do after a car accident in Amityville, NY?

Call 911 immediately. Within the village limits, Amityville Village Police will respond; outside the village, SCPD's 3rd Precinct handles the response. Document the scene with photos, exchange insurance information, and gather witness details. File a police report and notify your insurer under New York's no-fault law.

Which roads are most dangerous in Amityville?

Sunrise Highway through Amityville carries heavy east-west traffic with frequent commercial driveway conflicts. Route 110 at the eastern edge of the village is one of Suffolk County's most dangerous corridors overall. Montauk Highway through the village center handles mixed traffic with pedestrian crossings that create conflict points.

Where is the nearest hospital to Amityville?

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip is the closest major emergency facility, approximately ten minutes east via Montauk Highway. Southside Hospital in Bay Shore provides additional emergency capacity.