2022 Fatal Hit-And-Run Case On Long Island Expressway Remains Unsolved 2 Years Later

RONKONKOMA, NY — Thursday marks two years since a Long Island man was fatally struck on the Long Island Expressway with no arrest in the case, Suffolk police said.

Investigators renewed their efforts again reaching out to the public seeking help in identifying the driver who they say fled the scene after killing Robert Twiford, who had parked his vehicle on the off-ramp of eastbound LIE Exit 60.

The Melville resident had gotten out of his vehicle, and, while in the lane of travel, he was struck by a vehicle at around 8 p.m. on Dec. 5, 2022, police said, adding that a short time later, the driver of the fleeing vehicle stopped on Garrity Avenue in Ronkonkoma and got out to examine it with a flashlight.

The vehicle is described as a light-colored, possibly gray, 2015 to 2018 Ford Focus hatchback, police said.

Twiford, 61, of Melville, was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to police.

For a video of the incident, visit www.youtube.com/SCPDTV, and click on Wanted for Ronkonkoma Leaving the Scene 22-709531.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.

Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app, which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips. Tips can also be submitted online at www.P3Tips.com.

All calls, text messages, and emails will be kept confidential, police said.