On the morning of July 12, 2024, a significant vehicular accident occurred on Jericho Turnpike, also identified as Route 25 – a known hazardous roadway running from the Queens-Nassau County border to Riverhead in Suffolk County, Long Island. The turnpike has a notorious reputation for frequent accidents and risky driving conditions, exacerbated by heavy traffic flows, numerous traffic lights, and several business entrances directly abutting the roadway.
This particular section of Route 25 accommodates high volumes of cars, trucks, and pedestrians, often leading to severe traffic mishaps. Local reports highlight repeated issues with jaywalking and problematic spots prone to accidents due to the turnpike’s complex layout and congested areas, especially around busy towns and shopping centers.
While this particular incident is still under investigation, Jericho Turnpike has been a persistent entry on “most dangerous” road lists in Long Island for years. Besides Jericho Turnpike, Sunrise Highway and Hempstead Turnpike are other roads in the area with a high rate of vehicular incidents.
Authorities remind drivers that while they cannot control the actions of others on the road, it’s essential to practice safety measures like seatbelt usage, adherence to speed limits, and attentiveness to potential hazards, particularly on roads like Jericho Turnpike renowned for their high-risk conditions.
