MTA: Train strikes car near Central Islip; driver arrested for DWI

Several delays were reported following the incident. However, the MTA says all service has since been restored.

News 12 Staff

Dec 21, 2024, 11:09 AM

Updated 4 days ago

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A man is facing numerous charges after his car was struck by a train Saturday near Central Islip.
Officials say the train hit Jonathan Hernandez-Lima’s vehicle around 4:30 a.m. The 27-year-old was then arrested and hospitalized.
Several delays were reported following the incident. However, the MTA says all service has since been restored.
The charges against Hernandez-Lima include DWI, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, leaving the scene with injury and leaving the scene of property damage.