Crime & Safety
Hit-And-Run Leaves Nassau Man In Critical Condition
Police say he was driving an ATV when he was hit by a car, which then fled the scene.
HEMPSTEAD, NY — A man is in critical condition following a hit-and-run in Hempstead Saturday night.
According to police, a 31-year-old man from Valley Stream was riding an ATV at the intersection of Peninsula Boulevard and South Franklin Street at 8:53 p.m. when they were struck. Police believe they were hit by a newer model, dark-colored Nissan sedan.
The car fled north on South Franklin Street. The man was taken to a hospital and is listed in critical condition.
Find out what's happening in Garden Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Police ask anyone with information about this hit-and-run to call the Nassau County Police Department Third Squad at 516-573-6353, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
