Car Carrier Overturns on LIE in Syosset, Driver Injured

SYOSSET, N.Y. — A car carrier transporting three vehicles overturned on the Long Island Expressway Thursday afternoon, prompting a large emergency response and significant traffic disruptions.

According to officials, the crash occurred at approximately 12:10 p.m. in the westbound lanes of the Long Island Expressway near the Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway.

A pickup truck hauling a car carrier trailer overturned onto its side while transporting three vehicles after entering the westbound Long Island Expressway from the Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway ramp.

Credit: Lance L. / PNN

First responders from the Syosset Fire Department and Nassau County Police Department responded to the scene.

The driver was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after reportedly freeing himself from the wreckage by breaking through the windshield.

Credit: Lance L. / PNN

Credit: Lance L. / PNN

As of Thursday afternoon, only a single lane near the shoulder remained open as first responders worked to clear the overturned carrier and debris from the roadway.

Motorists experienced significant delays in the area while emergency operations continued.