Robert Dwyer killed in multi-vehicle pedestrian accident in Jericho

Driver hit pedestrian who crossed into traffic near Open Street

November 19, 2025 | Jericho, NY

Authorities identified Robert Dwyer as the victim in a fatal pedestrian accident on the north service road of the Long Island Expressway in Jericho, New York. 

The incident occurred shortly after 6 a.m. near Open Street, involving three vehicles striking the 43-year-old from Hicksville.

What Happened in the Crash?

Robert Dwyer, 43, of Hicksville died after three vehicles struck him as he walked on the north service road of the Long Island Expressway near Open Street in Jericho.

Dwyer was walking eastbound when he was first struck by a 2023 Mazda driven by a 79-year-old man. He was then hit by a 2021 Alfa Romeo operated by a 48-year-old man, followed by a 2014 Mazda driven by a 40-year-old woman. All drivers remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Dwyer was pronounced dead at the location.

• Date and Time: Nov. 19, 2025, around 6:05 a.m.
• Location: North service road of the Long Island Expressway near Open Street, Jericho, NY
• Victim: Robert Dwyer, 43, of Hicksville
• Vehicles Involved: 2023 Mazda, 2021 Alfa Romeo, 2014 Mazda
• Drivers: 79-year-old male (Mazda), 48-year-old male (Alfa Romeo), 40-year-old female (2014 Mazda)
• Investigating Agency: Nassau County Police Department Homicide Squad

Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Like This Occur?

Pedestrian fatalities on U.S. roads are increasing, with preventable factors at play. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), New York is one of the top five states for pedestrian deaths, alongside California, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. Key contributors include:

• Excessive speed, raising fatality risk to 90% at 58 mph
• Larger vehicles like SUVs obstructing visibility
• Alcohol impairment in nearly 50% of cases
• Poor road conditions, lighting, and visibility

Legal Insights

In cases such as this involving multiple vehicles and a pedestrian, a thorough investigation is crucial to determine negligence and contributing factors.

“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal and a national legal analyst for Newsline. “An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision.”

• Focus on proving negligence through analysis
• Evaluate environmental factors like time of day and road design
• Secure compensation for medical costs, lost income, and emotional distress

“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. “Family members may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic accident.”

An attorney can guide families through the process, advocating against lowball insurance settlements to ensure fair compensation.

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