Man Charged with DWI After 2-Vehicle Crash on William Floyd Parkway

Both drivers suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the collision in Shirley, New York

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A 53-year-old East Patchogue man was charged with driving while intoxicated after his 2018 BMW struck a 2010 Jeep that was traveling southbound on William Floyd Parkway in Shirley, New York on Friday night. Both drivers were taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

Impaired driving remains a serious public safety issue, with alcohol-related crashes resulting in thousands of injuries and fatalities each year. This incident highlights the need for continued education and enforcement efforts to prevent drunk driving and protect all road users.

The details

According to police, the 53-year-old man was traveling eastbound on Surrey Circle and made a right turn onto the parkway when his BMW struck the southbound Jeep. Both drivers were transported to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The incident occurred on Friday night.

The players

East Patchogue man

A 53-year-old man who was driving a 2018 BMW and has been charged with driving while intoxicated.

Jeep driver

A 41-year-old man who was driving a 2010 Jeep and was also injured in the collision.

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What’s next

The 53-year-old man will face charges for driving while intoxicated.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel to protect oneself and others on the road.