HICKSVILLE, NY – Two women narrowly escaped serious injury when a speeding car crashed into a house on Thursday afternoon in Nassau County. The incident occurred on the 100 block of Woodbury Road, near Bethpage Road. The driver, a 22-year-old woman, lost control of her vehicle, which then careened into the home of a 56-year-old woman.
The crash, described by witnesses as sounding like an explosion, startled the neighborhood. Wayne Berk, a local resident, recounted seeing the car race past him at high speed before it collided with the house. “It was like something out of a video game,” he said, estimating the car’s speed at around 75 miles per hour. Neighbors speculate the driver may have lost consciousness before the crash.
Inside the house, the homeowner was sitting in her living room when the car struck. Although debris covered her, she managed to avoid being trapped, as the doors were jammed shut from the impact. Neighbors quickly came to her aid, helping her escape through a window. In shock, she repeatedly expressed disbelief over the car’s intrusion into her home.
The smell of gas filled the air, causing further alarm among the gathered residents. An off-duty registered nurse was among the first to offer assistance, but emergency services arrived swiftly to take control of the situation. Both the homeowner and the driver were transported to nearby hospitals for evaluation and treatment.
This isn’t the first time such an incident has occurred at this intersection. Several locals noted that vehicles have previously ended up inside homes at this location, raising concerns about road safety in the area.
While the homeowner was left shaken but unharmed, the driver’s condition remains unclear. The community is relieved that the incident did not result in more severe injuries, but it has sparked discussions about potential safety measures to prevent future accidents.
As investigations continue, local authorities are urged to address the recurring danger at the intersection, seeking solutions to enhance resident safety. Meanwhile, the neighborhood remains on high alert, hoping for a swift resolution to the ongoing issue.