Crime & Safety

Overturned SUV Blocks Traffic on Jericho Turnpike in Mineola

Vehicle flips over in front of Mineola Fire Department headquarters.

Jericho Turnpike in Mineola had to be closed in both directions Wednesday afternoon after an SUV lost control and overturned onto its side.

The accident occurred at about 4:21 p.m. as the vehicle was travelling on Jericho Turnpike between Mineola Boulevard and Willis Avenue directly in front of the .

The driver was trapped in the vehicle but was quickly removed by Mineola firefighters and Nassau County Police emergency personnel.

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personnel transported the injured driver to . No other injuries were reported.


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