Crime & Safety
Driver Hospitalized After Crashing Into Pole In East Islip
The woman lost control and crashed into the pole, causing it to break early Friday.
EAST ISLIP, NY - A woman was hospitalized after crashing into a utility pole in East Islip early Friday, according to Suffolk Police.
The woman was driving eastbound on East Main Street, near Secatogue Avenue, at 12:30 a.m. when she lost control of the vehicle, veered off the road, and crashed into the pole, police said.
The crash caused the pole to break.
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The driver was transported by Islip Fire Department to Southside Hospital in Bay Shore for treatment of apparent minor injuries.
A PSEG spokesperson said that crews are currently on-site and setting a new pole is being set.
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Crews will be working through the day to reinstall the wires.
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