Pedestrian Killed in Bay Shore Sunrise Highway Crash

Police investigating whether victim was on highway or service road

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A male pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore, New York early Friday morning, according to Suffolk County police. The crash occurred around 5:20 a.m. on February 13th, and detectives from the department's Major Case Unit are investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Pedestrian accidents on major highways like Sunrise Highway are unfortunately common, raising concerns about road safety and the need for improved infrastructure and driver awareness to protect vulnerable road users.

The details

Police said it remains under investigation whether the pedestrian was in the express portion of the eastbound Sunrise Highway or on the eastbound service road at the time he was struck. No additional information, including the victim's identity or details about the vehicle involved, was immediately available.

  • The crash occurred around 5:20 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Suffolk County Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal pedestrian accident.

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What’s next

Detectives will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine the exact location of the pedestrian and the details of the incident.

The takeaway

This tragic accident highlights the ongoing need for improved road safety measures, driver education, and infrastructure investments to protect pedestrians on major highways and roads.