What Happened
A head-on collision on the Northern State Parkway killed one driver and seriously injured another on Sunday morning, September 6, 2026, according to New York State Police.
A 2007 Ford Escape and a 2023 Ford Maverick struck each other head-on, per a preliminary investigation by state police, as reported by Lohud. The driver of the Maverick died at the scene. The driver of the Escape was transported to a local hospital with serious physical injuries.
State police have not yet released the names, ages, or hometowns of either driver, nor the precise location along the parkway where the collision occurred.
Location & Road Context
The Northern State Parkway runs east-west across Nassau and Suffolk counties, carrying heavy commuter and recreational traffic on Sunday mornings. State police have not identified the specific exit, mile marker, or direction of travel for either vehicle involved in this crash.
Investigation & Legal Proceedings
New York State Police said the investigation remains open. No charges have been filed as of the 10:55 a.m. report from Lohud. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police at 631-756-3300.