Police: Young bicyclist struck by car, airlifted to hospital

The incident happened at around 4:45 Thursday afternoon near the corner of Oakfield and Barrie avenues.

Kevin Vesey

Jun 21, 2024, 1:23 AM

Updated 9 days ago

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A young bicyclist was airlifted to a hospital after he was struck by a vehicle in Wantagh, police say.
The incident happened at around 4:45 Thursday afternoon near the corner of Oakfield and Barrie avenues.
Video from the crash scene shows a bicycle in the street, along with an SUV and a van.
A first responder could be heard on the radio saying the bicyclist is 12 years old and suffered a fractured femur.
Police say the boy is in stable condition.
It’s not clear if any charges have been filed.


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