28 Jun 2024 | 10:33 PM UTC
US: Authorities responding after vehicle crashes into commercial building in Deer Park, N.Y., June 28
Vehicle crashes into nail salon in Deer Park, N.Y., US, June 28, killing four people; lingering heightened security and disruptions likely.
Authorities have deployed in large numbers to a commercial building located at 796 Grand Boulevard in Deer Park, New York, where a vehicle crashed into a nail salon on June 28. The crash reportedly killed at least four people; at least nine others have been hospitalized in connection with the incident. The cause of the crash was not immediately clear. Local officials have said the crash was a "major accident."
Officials will almost certainly maintain a heightened security presence at the scene of the crash over the coming hours. Lingering transport and business disruptions will probably affect areas subject to increased security. Authorities may close local roads on short notice to facilitate the emergency response.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
