Motorcyclist Injured in Setauket Crash with SUV

The 28-year-old woman was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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A 28-year-old woman from Smithtown was riding a motorcycle westbound on Nesconset Highway in Setauket when it collided with a 2017 Honda SUV as she tried to turn left onto Barker Drive. The woman was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the 72-year-old Stony Brook man driving the SUV was unharmed.

Why it matters

Motorcycle crashes can often result in serious injuries due to the lack of protection for riders. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and awareness between motorists and motorcyclists, especially on busy roads like Nesconset Highway.

The details

According to police, the 28-year-old woman was riding her 2002 Honda motorcycle westbound on Nesconset Highway when she attempted to turn left onto Barker Drive. At that time, her motorcycle collided with a 2017 Honda SUV driven by a 72-year-old Stony Brook man.

  • The crash occurred at around 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2026.

The players

28-year-old Smithtown woman

The motorcyclist who was injured in the crash.

72-year-old Stony Brook man

The driver of the Honda SUV involved in the collision.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for increased awareness and caution from both motorists and motorcyclists to prevent such crashes and ensure the safety of all road users.