Brentwood, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

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

Overview

Type
Hamlet
County
Suffolk County
Population
62,000
ZIP Codes
11717
Coordinates
40.7812°N, 73.2462°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

Courts

  • Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
  • Islip Town Justice Court — 401 Main St, Islip, NY 11751 | (631) 224-5570
  • Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332

Major Roads Through Brentwood

Recent Incidents

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Accident Statistics

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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 Brentwood, NY?

Call 911 immediately. SCPD's 3rd Precinct will respond. Document the scene with photos and video if possible. Exchange insurance information and gather witness contact details. File a police report and notify your insurance company. New York's no-fault law requires your PIP insurance to cover initial medical expenses.

Which roads are most dangerous in Brentwood?

The LIE through Brentwood sees frequent high-speed collisions, particularly near Exit 53 (Sagtikos Parkway). Crooked Hill Road carries heavy north-south commuter traffic with speed-limit compliance issues. Commack Road and Wicks Road are secondary high-crash corridors with commercial driveway conflicts.

Where is the nearest hospital to Brentwood?

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip is the closest major emergency facility, approximately fifteen minutes south via the Sagtikos Parkway. Southside Hospital in Bay Shore provides additional emergency services. For major trauma, Stony Brook University Hospital is accessible via the LIE.