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Greenlawn, NY (May 27, 2026) – A 75-year-old bicyclist was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Butterfield Drive and Pulaski Road in Greenlawn.
Suffolk County police said the collision happened around 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, when a 2022 Subaru hit the bicyclist at the intersection. The man was airlifted by a police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was listed in serious but non-life-threatening condition.
Authorities said the bicyclist’s identity is being withheld pending family notification. The driver of the Subaru was identified as 22-year-old Bryan Maldonado-Acosta of Huntington Station.
No further details about what led to the crash were immediately released. The investigation remains ongoing as officials review the accident. We are thinking of the injured bicyclist and hope for his recovery.
Why Bicycle Collisions at Intersections Often Result in Serious Injuries
Intersections can be especially risky for bicyclists because they require cyclists and drivers to share crossing points while monitoring traffic in multiple directions. Drivers making turns or proceeding straight through may not always see a cyclist in time, particularly in areas with limited sight lines or heavy vehicle movement.
Speed differences between bicycles and motor vehicles also increase the severity of injuries in a crash. Even at relatively low speeds, the lack of protective barriers leaves cyclists more exposed to direct force.
Emergency care is often required quickly, especially when air transport is used, as in this case. Rapid response and careful road design can help reduce the likelihood and severity of these types of collisions.
