[12-16-2024] – Six Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on Hutchinson River Parkway in Rye Brook
Westchester County, NY – All northbound lanes of the Hutchinson River Parkway have reopened in Rye Brook after a serious wrong-way crash that occurred around midnight. This incident resulted in injuries to six individuals. According to state police, the accident took place near Lincoln Avenue.
The driver of the vehicle traveling in the wrong direction sustained life-threatening injuries. Emergency services transported this individual to Westchester Medical Center for treatment. In addition, five passengers in the other vehicle involved in the collision suffered injuries, although their conditions were reported as non-life-threatening.
Due to the accident, traffic was temporarily diverted off the parkway onto Lincoln Avenue while the scene was cleared. The damaged vehicles were towed from the area at approximately 6:30 a.m., allowing the parkway to reopen shortly thereafter.
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- Ensure safety: Move to a safe area and check for injuries.
- Call 911: Report the accident and request medical assistance if needed.
- Exchange information: Share contact, driver's license, and insurance details with all parties.
- Document the accident: Take photos of vehicles, damages, and the scene.
- File a police report: This is critical for insurance and legal purposes.
- Notify your insurance company: Report the accident to begin the claims process.
- Seek medical evaluation: Visit a doctor even if injuries are not immediately apparent.
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