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EAST NORTHPORT, Suffolk County, N.Y., Oct. 28, 2026 — Two 15-year-old boys were hurt, one of them seriously, when the electric motorcycle they were riding together struck a car in East Northport Monday night, according to Suffolk County police.
Police said the motorcycle, described as an electric limited use Class A bike, was headed north along a sidewalk in front of 280 Larkfield Road around 9:45 p.m. One teen was driving and the other was riding behind him as a passenger, investigators said. The motorcycle collided with a 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis as the car pulled out of a parking lot onto Larkfield Road, police said.
The passenger was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with injuries described as serious. The teen who had been operating the motorcycle was brought to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip with injuries reported as minor. The driver of the Mercury, identified by police as a 33-year-old East Northport man, was not hurt, according to the report.
Both vehicles were impounded following the crash so investigators could conduct safety checks, police said. Police have not released the names of the two teens. Second Squad detectives are continuing to look into how the crash happened, and anyone with information has been asked to call 631-854-8252.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What protective gear helps reduce injury for motorcycle and e-moto riders?
A DOT-approved helmet, over-the-ankle footwear, and abrasion-resistant jackets and pants cut down on head trauma and road rash in a fall or collision. Riders on sidewalks or in traffic are especially exposed because there's no metal frame or airbags around them.
What typically causes crashes between motorcycles and cars?
Many involve a car turning or pulling out across a rider's path, limited visibility of smaller two-wheeled vehicles, or a motorcycle traveling somewhere drivers don't expect, such as a sidewalk or shoulder.
Why do motorcycle and e-moto crashes tend to produce more serious injuries than typical car collisions?
Riders have no enclosed frame, seatbelts, or airbags protecting them, so a collision can throw them directly onto pavement or into another vehicle.
How do turning vehicles contribute to these collisions?
A driver pulling out of a driveway, parking lot or side street may not see an oncoming motorcycle or misjudge its speed, putting the rider directly in the vehicle's path with little time to react.
What to Do After an Electric Motorcycle Crash in East Northport, NY
Anyone involved in a crash involving an e-moto or motorcycle should get checked by a medical provider even if injuries seem minor at first, since adrenaline can mask pain from fractures or internal injuries. It's worth requesting a copy of the police report once it's filed and keeping records of any medical visits. Parents of younger riders should also confirm whether the specific vehicle and where it was being ridden complied with local rules, since e-moto regulations vary by municipality and can affect insurance and liability questions down the line.
