2 dead, 4 seriously injured in car accident in West Babylon

According to Suffolk County police, two people were killed and four others were seriously injured in a car crash in West Babylon on Saturday morning.

It happened at the intersection of Great East Neck Road and Railroad Avenue shortly after 1 a.m.

According to investigators, 33-year-old Michael Desmond of Lindenhurst was driving a 2017 Kia sedan eastbound on Railroad Avenue when he failed to stop for a red light at the intersection with Great East Neck Road. His vehicle then struck a 2025 Kia Seltos traveling southbound on Great East Neck Road.

Desmond was pronounced dead at the scene.

A passenger in the Seltos, identified as 18-year-old Riley Goot of Babylon, was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, where he was pronounced dead.

The driver of the Seltos, 17-year-old Bella Trezza, and two other passengers, 18-year-old Austin Trezza and 18-year-old Jack Murphy, all of Babylon, were also taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital to be treated for serious injuries.

Another passenger, 16-year-old Anthony Pagliuca of West Babylon, was taken to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore for treatment of serious injuries.

Detectives are asking anyone with information about the accident to call Suffolk County Police First Unit at 631-854-8152.

Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call 631-854-8152.

The West Babylon School District released a statement about the fatal accident, saying:

Dear West Babylon families,

It is with a heavy heart that I write to you today to share with you the devastating news of a tragic car accident that occurred last night involving recent graduates and members of the extended WB family. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends affected by this tragedy. Our hearts break with them as they endure this unimaginable loss. The impact of such a tragedy is felt by everyone in WB as we are a close-knit community. We mourn the loss of a promising young life who was part of our school family and had great hopes for the future. We pray for the full recovery of all who were seriously injured as a result of this car accident.

In moments like these, we need to come together to support one another. Counselors and support services will be available from Monday to any students and staff who need them in the days and weeks ahead. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know could benefit from speaking to someone during this difficult time. We are here to make sure no one grieves alone.

As a school district community, we will focus on supporting our students, families, and each other as we process this heartbreaking tragedy. I encourage each of you to look out for one another, and if you need help, please do not hesitate to reach out to a social worker, guidance counselor, psychologist, the principal, or a member of the central administration team so we can provide you with support and/or refer you to the appropriate resources.

Best regards,

Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly

Superintendent of Schools