Medford, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Medford, Suffolk County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Suffolk County
- Population
- 24,000
- ZIP Codes
- 11763
- Coordinates
- 40.8188°N, 73.0001°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Long Island Community Hospital — 101 Hospital Rd, Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 654-7100
- Stony Brook University Hospital — 101 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794 | (631) 444-4000
Police
- SCPD 5th Precinct — 475 E Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 854-8500
Courts
- Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
- Brookhaven Town Justice Court — 3233 Route 112, Medford, NY 11763 | (631) 451-6200
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332
Major Roads Through Medford
- LIE
- Route 112
- Horseblock Road
- Patchogue-Yaphank Road
Recent Medford Incident Reports
Jennifer Keene, 49, of Medford Seriously Injured After Ford Truck Strikes Her Electric Scooter on Lake Drive
Jennifer Keene, 49, of Medford Seriously Injured After Ford Truck Strikes Her El. Suffolk County. August 18, 2026.
Suffolk Street Takeover Task Force Arrests 15, Impounds 7 Cars in Medford Crackdown
Suffolk Street Takeover Task Force Arrests 15, Impounds 7 Cars in Medford Crackd. Suffolk County. August 16, 2026.
Joseph Norton of Manorville Charged With Murder in Fatal Stabbing of Timothy Stark in Medford
Joseph Norton of Manorville Charged With Murder in Fatal Stabbing of Timothy Sta. July 21, 2026.
Joseph Norton of Medford Charged With Murder After Stabbing Death of Timothy Stark at Route 112
Joseph Norton of Medford Charged With Murder After Stabbing Death of Timothy Sta. Suffolk County. July 21, 2026.
Jesher Ribera-Barreto of Medford Charged Under Leandra's Law After DWI Crash on Horseblock Road With Two Toddlers Inside
Jesher Ribera-Barreto of Medford Charged Under Leandra's Law After DWI Crash on . July 19, 2026.
Middle Island Man Seriously Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at Medford Intersection
Middle Island Man Seriously Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at Medford Intersection. April 17, 2026.
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Local Driver Services in Medford
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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
Accident & Legal Resources — Medford
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Medford, NY?
Call 911 immediately. SCPD's 5th Precinct will respond. Document the scene with photos, exchange insurance information, and collect witness contact details. File a police report and notify your insurer under New York's no-fault law.
Which roads are most dangerous in Medford?
The LIE through Medford at Exit 64 (Route 112) sees frequent high-speed collisions. Route 112 carries heavy commercial traffic connecting the LIE to the Sunrise Highway corridor with numerous driveway conflicts. Horseblock Road handles substantial east-west traffic with speed compliance issues.
Where is the nearest hospital to Medford?
Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue is the closest emergency facility, approximately ten minutes south via Route 112. Stony Brook University Hospital, the region's Level I trauma center, is accessible via the LIE heading west.