Brentwood, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Brentwood, Suffolk County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Suffolk County
- Population
- 62,000
- ZIP Codes
- 11717
- Coordinates
- 40.7812°N, 73.2462°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center — 1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795 | (631) 376-3000
- Southside Hospital (Northwell Health) — 301 E Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706 | (631) 968-3000
Police
- SCPD 3rd Precinct — 200 E Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | (631) 854-8300
Courts
- Suffolk County District Court — 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | (631) 853-7500
- Islip Town Justice Court — 401 Main St, Islip, NY 11751 | (631) 224-5570
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332
Major Roads Through Brentwood
- LIE
- Sagtikos Parkway
- Crooked Hill Road
- Commack Road
Recent Brentwood Incident Reports
Man Shot on Ellery Street in Brentwood; Suspect Flees Scene
Man Shot on Ellery Street in Brentwood; Suspect Flees Scene. June 22, 2026.
Mustafa Attia Arrested After Attempting to Steal Running VW with Two Kids Inside in Brentwood
Mustafa Attia Arrested After Attempting to Steal Running VW with Two Kids Inside.
Richard Jennings, 80, Killed on Suffolk Avenue in Brentwood After Early-Morning Crash
Richard Jennings, 80, Killed on Suffolk Avenue in Brentwood After Early-Morning .
LIRR Ordered to Pay $2.9M After Jury Finds Railroad Negligent in Deadly 2013 Brentwood Grade Crossing Crash
LIRR Ordered to Pay $2.9M After Jury Finds Railroad Negligent in Deadly 2013 Bre. June 4, 2026.
Brentwood Molotov Cocktail Plot: Four Indicted After Alleged Firebomb Plan
Four defendants were indicted after Suffolk prosecutors said they planned to firebomb a vehicle in Brentwood with Molotov cocktails.
Young Woman Dies in Early Morning Brentwood Crash on Wednesday
Young Woman Dies in Early Morning Brentwood Crash on Wednesday. April 15, 2026.
Updated continuously from 511NY, NYSP, NCPD, and SCPD feeds — all Long Island reports.
Dangerous Roads in Brentwood
Roads running through Brentwood where we've tracked three or more incidents. Each link opens a dedicated road × town breakout with a full incident timeline.
Local Driver Services in Brentwood
Practical resources for Brentwood 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 — Brentwood
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Brentwood, NY?
Call 911 immediately. SCPD's 3rd Precinct will respond. Document the scene with photos and video if possible. Exchange insurance information and gather witness contact details. File a police report and notify your insurance company. New York's no-fault law requires your PIP insurance to cover initial medical expenses.
Which roads are most dangerous in Brentwood?
The LIE through Brentwood sees frequent high-speed collisions, particularly near Exit 53 (Sagtikos Parkway). Crooked Hill Road carries heavy north-south commuter traffic with speed-limit compliance issues. Commack Road and Wicks Road are secondary high-crash corridors with commercial driveway conflicts.
Where is the nearest hospital to Brentwood?
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip is the closest major emergency facility, approximately fifteen minutes south via the Sagtikos Parkway. Southside Hospital in Bay Shore provides additional emergency services. For major trauma, Stony Brook University Hospital is accessible via the LIE.