Army Vet Seriously Injured in Head-On Long Island Crash With Drunk Driver

Army Vet Remains in Coma After Long Island Car Accident With Suspected Drunk Driver

LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK (January 1, 2026) – A US Army veteran was seriously injured in a head-on Long Island car accident on Express Drive South.

Long Island officials are saying that the accident took place around 10 PM on Monday. A suspected drunk driver was involved in a head-on collision in a Toyota Tacoma.

Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim. The victim was transported to the hospital with major injuries and placed in a medically induced coma.

The other driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI. A full investigation into the cause of the collision remains ongoing.

Liability for Long Island DUI Car Accidents

Driver intoxication remains a leading cause of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “In 2020, 11,654 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers, accounting for 30% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States. This was a 14.3% increase compared to the number of crash deaths involving alcohol-impaired drivers in 2019.” Even small amounts of alcohol can substantially impair a person’s ability to operate a vehicle safely.

• Drivers under the influence are far more likely to leave their own lane of traffic.
• Intoxicated drivers are less able to maintain a constant speed.
• Intoxicated drivers are far more likely to miss hazards in the roadway.

It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. There’s a presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that collides with another vehicle while intoxicated. Any person injured in a car accident with a drunk driver may be able to pursue damages through a personal injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.

Investigating Long Island DUI Accidents

We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the victim of this Long Island car accident. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. This was a preventable crash that should not have taken place.

Have you or someone you care about been injured in a Long Island DUI car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.