Freeport resident killed in Northern State Parkway crash

A man from Freeport died as a result of a crash that took place on June 10 on the Northern State Parkway in the Town of North Hempstead.

The incident involved Erik Jimenez-Villeda, a 23-year-old Freeport resident who was driving his 2011 Toyota Sienna in the eastbound direction of the Northern State Parkway, near exit 29. His vehicle veered off the road and onto the right shoulder, subsequently descending an embankment and colliding with a tree. Jimenez-Villeda was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Currently, authorities are conducting an investigation into the crash, and anyone who witnessed the incident or possesses relevant information is encouraged to contact the Nassau County State Police at (631) 756-3300.