2 killed in wrong-way car crash on Meadowbrook State Parkway in Nassau County

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Thursday, November 7, 2024 3:00PM
2 killed in car crash on Meadowbrook State Parkway
2 killed in car crash on Meadowbrook State ParkwayAn investigation is underway after two people were killed in a car crash on the Meadowbrook State Parkway.

NASSAU COUNTY, New York (WABC) -- Two people are dead after a wrong-way crash occurred on the Meadowbrook State Parkway on Long Island.

New York State Police responded to the collision just north of Bay Parkway around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

According to state authorities, a person was driving their car southbound in the northbound lanes of the Meadowbrook State Parkway when it struck another vehicle traveling in the correct direction.

Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say the scene of the crash was cleared ahead of Thursday morning's commute.

The NY State Police is asking anyone who saw or has information about the accident to call (631) 756-3300.

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