In a tragic incident in Old Brookville, a 45-year-old motorcyclist was pronounced dead after a collision with a pickup truck on Friday afternoon, as confirmed by Nassau County Police. The accident occurred on Northern Boulevard, where both the motorcycle and the pickup truck were traveling in opposite directions.
The motorcyclist, who was riding a Suzuki motorcycle heading west, and a 65-year-old man driving a GMC pickup truck heading east, collided near Hickory Road around 3 p.m. The specific details leading to the crash have not been disclosed by the authorities due to the ongoing investigation, and it remains unclear if one of the vehicles veered into the opposing lane.
The impact of the crash was severe enough to cause immediate fatality to the motorcyclist, who was declared dead at the crash site. The driver of the pickup truck sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.
The incident sparked a comprehensive police investigation, with officers at the scene collecting evidence to determine the cause of the fatal collision. Nassau County Police have not released additional information at this time, but they urge anyone with knowledge of the crash to come forward.
Source: Newsday
