Crime & Safety

Teen Critically Injured in Hit and Run Crash

Police said incident took place around 10:30 p.m. Monday and are seeking public's help to find the driver.

Update: Three people have been arrested in connection with the hit and run, Suffolk County police announced Sunday. Click here for details.

Original: A male teenager is in critical condition following a hit and run crash Monday night in West Islip.

According to Suffolk County Police, the teen was hit by a car at 10:26 p.m. on Udall Road and was found lying on the road unconscious. The victim was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. Police did not release the identity of the victim.

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Witnesses at the scene reported seeing a light blue car traveling northbound on Udall and then turning westbound on Alinda Avenue.

Related: Police Release Details on Vehicle Used in Hit and Run

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Police said the vehicle is believed to have damage to the driver’s side headlight and the driver’s side side-view mirror.

Police are continuing their investigation and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have information about the vehicle to call the Third Squad at 631-854-8352 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.


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