The routine Long Island bridge repair that suddenly turned into a rescue mission
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6:40 PM · 1 min read
A bridge repair project on Long Island turned tragic Wednesday after a support platform broke apart, killing one construction worker and leaving another missing, New York State Police reported.