Eastport, NY – Deputy Hurt in Rollover at CR 51 & CR 111
Eastport, NY (March 19, 2024) – A deputy was injured after a two-vehicle rollover in the Eastport area on Monday, March 18. The accident was reported on County Road 51 near County Road 111 at around 7:32 p.m. The deputy was driving a Suffolk County patrol vehicle when they collided with an SUV.
The impact caused the patrol car to overturn onto its roof. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render the necessary aid. The injured officer was treated at the scene. No other injuries have been reported at this time. The area was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. No further updates on the accident have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Rollover Crashes in New York
Certain types of car accidents are more likely to cause serious injuries. The number of rollovers taking place in the United States has been on the rise. Despite making up less than 3 percent of reported crashes each year, rollovers contribute to nearly 33 percent of deadly collisions on American roads. Nearly 10,000 people are killed annually in crashes involving overturned vehicles. Statistics show that top-heavy vehicles like SUVs and pickup trucks are more likely to overturn on the road. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a serious crash, you must be ready to protect your legal rights by partnering with a trained lawyer.
There is a lot on the line after a serious auto accident. You may be dealing with unexpected injuries and substantial damages that you are not prepared to handle on your own. You do not want to take any chances during this difficult time. Only a trained Eastport car crash lawyer will be able to get you the full value of your claim. The trained legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is here to get to work on your case. Call us today at (516) 774-3635.
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