Motorcyclist Killed in Levittown Crash on Hempstead Turnpike

LEVITTOWN, N.Y. — Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a motorcyclist on Hempstead Turnpike Sunday evening.

According to detectives, the collision occurred around 5:51 PM at the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike and Division Avenue. Investigators say a 61-year-old man was driving a 2017 Ford Fusion eastbound on Hempstead Turnpike when he attempted to make a left turn onto Division Avenue, heading northbound.

During the turn, the vehicle collided with a 2007 Suzuki motorcycle traveling westbound on Hempstead Turnpike.

The 30-year-old motorcyclist suffered severe injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead by medical staff.

The driver of the Ford Fusion was also taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing. Authorities ask anyone with information to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.