Motorcyclist Fatality in Melville Collision
Huntington Motorcyclist Killed In Melville Crash: Police

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A 38-year-old motorcyclist from Huntington, Anees Khan, died in a crash in Melville, New York, after colliding with an SUV on Round Swamp Road. The incident occurred on Friday evening when Khan attempted to pass the SUV, lost control, and was thrown from his motorcycle, which subsequently caught fire.
- 01Anees Khan, 38, was riding a 2023 Ducati motorcycle when the accident occurred.
- 02The crash happened around 6:45 p.m. on Round Swamp Road near Hilltop Drive.
- 03Khan struck the rear bumper of a 2022 Kia Seltos, resulting in his loss of control and subsequent fatality.
- 04The driver and passenger of the Kia, both 85 years old and from Plainview, were unharmed in the incident.
- 05Suffolk County police are investigating the crash and seeking information from witnesses.
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A tragic accident occurred on Friday night in Melville, New York, claiming the life of 38-year-old Anees Khan from Huntington. According to Suffolk County police, Khan was riding his 2023 Ducati motorcycle south on Round Swamp Road when he attempted to overtake a 2022 Kia Seltos. At approximately 6:45 p.m., he collided with the rear bumper of the SUV, resulting in a loss of control that threw him from the motorcycle. Following the impact, the motorcycle caught fire. Emergency responders pronounced Khan dead at the scene. The occupants of the Kia, both 85 years old and from Plainview, escaped without injuries. In the aftermath, both vehicles were impounded for safety inspections. The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Second Squad detectives at 631-854-8252.
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This incident raises concerns about motorcycle safety on local roads and the need for increased awareness among drivers.
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