BRENTWOOD, N.Y. – An 11-year-old boy has been seriously injured in a dirt bike crash that occurred in Brentwood on Monday, according to Suffolk County Police.

The incident, which took place on June 23, 2025, has once again cast a spotlight on the dangers of off-road vehicles on suburban streets.

Details surrounding the crash remain limited as of late Monday evening. Police have confirmed that the boy sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries and his current condition have not been publicly disclosed.

It is not yet clear what the dirt bike collided with, or if any other vehicles were involved in the incident. The precise time and location of the crash within Brentwood have also not been released by authorities.

Suffolk County Police Department officials have stated that an investigation into the circumstances of the crash is actively underway. They have not yet released the name of the injured child.

This crash comes amid ongoing community concerns regarding the illegal use of dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles on public roads. Residents in Brentwood and surrounding areas have frequently voiced worries about the safety risks posed by these vehicles, which are not street legal, to both riders and the public.

Local law enforcement has previously conducted operations to crack down on the illegal riding of such vehicles. It is anticipated that this latest incident will lead to renewed calls for stricter enforcement and community awareness campaigns to prevent similar accidents in the future.

This is a developing story. More information is expected to be released as the police investigation progresses.