Verona, NY (November 18, 2025) – A tragic crash in Oneida County left one person dead and another seriously injured Tuesday night after a vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a tree, according to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies say the crash occurred around 9:50 p.m. on Blackmans Corners Road, a two-lane stretch in the Town of Verona. The vehicle was traveling northwest when the driver lost control, left the roadway, and hit a tree.
The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger was transported to Wynn Hospital in Utica with serious injuries. Authorities have not released the identities of either individual. The roadway, initially closed for investigation, has since reopened.
The crash remains under active investigation.
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Single-vehicle collisions often involve complex factors such as speed, road conditions, mechanical failure, or operator error. Passengers injured in these crashes may have the right to pursue compensation through the driver’s insurance policy, including coverage for medical costs, lost wages, and long-term care. When a fatality occurs, surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim depending on the circumstances uncovered during the investigation.
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