Miller Place Yaphank Road in Middle Island reopens after crash, police say
A utility pole was knocked down in a crash on Miller Place Yaphank Road in Middle Island late Tuesday night. Credit: LiHotShots/Thomas J. Lambui
Miller Place Yaphank Road in Middle Island has been reopened after a utility pole was damaged in a one-vehicle accident, Suffolk County police said.
The crash was reported in a 911 call at 11:19 p.m. Tuesday and fire officials said firefighters from Middle Island responded. Photos from the scene showed the vehicle, a blue Nissan Rogue, overturned with firefighters having to use the Jaws of Life to free the driver from the vehicle.
Officials said one person was taken to a local hospital with undisclosed injuries.
Police said the road had been closed for pole replacement by PSEG crews.
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