Hicksville, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Hicksville, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 41,547
- ZIP Codes
- 11801, 11802
- Coordinates
- 40.7687°N, 73.5249°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- St. Joseph Hospital — 4295 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY 11714 | (516) 579-6000
- Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123
- Plainview Hospital (Northwell Health) — 888 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY 11803 | (516) 719-3000
Police
- NCPD 8th Precinct — 475 N Franklin St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 573-6800
Courts
- Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
Major Roads Through Hicksville
Recent Hicksville Incident Reports
Eliseo Colatosti, 66, of Hicksville Killed When NYC Garbage Truck Rolled Over Him at Gabrielli Truck Sales
Eliseo Colatosti, 66, of Hicksville Killed When NYC Garbage Truck Rolled Over Hi. September 10, 2026.
Worker Killed by Rolling NYC Garbage Truck at Hicksville Service Facility on South Oyster Bay Road
Worker Killed by Rolling NYC Garbage Truck at Hicksville Service Facility on Sou. September 7, 2026.
Homicide Reported in Hicksville, Nassau County, on Labor Day 2026
Homicide Reported in Hicksville, Nassau County, on Labor Day 2026. September 7, 2026.
Queens Woman Arrested in Hicksville Elder Scam, Nassau County Police Say
Queens Woman Arrested in Hicksville Elder Scam, Nassau County Police Say. September 3, 2026.
SUV Driver Cut Free After Two-Vehicle Crash Destroys Pedestrian Signal at South Oyster Bay Road and Old Country Road in Hicksville
SUV Driver Cut Free After Two-Vehicle Crash Destroys Pedestrian Signal at South . August 17, 2026.
Car Crash Downs Utility Pole on East Barclays Street in Hicksville
Car Crash Downs Utility Pole on East Barclays Street in Hicksville. August 8, 2026.
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Local Driver Services in Hicksville
Practical resources for Hicksville drivers — tire shops, gas prices, and live traffic conditions.
Accident Statistics
Historical accident statistics coming soon.
Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.
Seasonal Hazards
Winter
Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.
Spring
Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.
Summer
Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.
Fall
Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.
Safety Resources
Accident & Legal Resources — Hicksville
Frequently Asked Questions
Which intersections have the most accidents in Hicksville?
Broadway and Jericho Turnpike is historically Hicksville's most dangerous intersection, with high volumes of turning traffic from four commercial quadrants. The area around the Hicksville LIRR station on Jerusalem Avenue also sees frequent pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway interchanges at Jericho Turnpike and Old Country Road are high-accident zones.
Is Route 135 (Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway) dangerous near Hicksville?
Yes. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway (Route 135) is a high-speed limited-access facility and the interchanges at Old Country Road (Exit 8S/9N) and Jericho Turnpike (Exit 10N/11S) are complex interchange areas with speed differentials and merge conflicts. The expressway itself has been the scene of high-severity accidents including rollovers and multi-vehicle collisions.
What hospital is closest to Hicksville for accident emergencies?
St. Joseph Hospital in Bethpage (4295 Hempstead Tpke) is approximately five minutes from central Hicksville and is the closest full emergency facility. For severe trauma, Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow is the region's Level I trauma center and is accessible via Hempstead Turnpike or Route 135.