Afton, NY (November 3, 2025) – Two people were injured following a collision between a pickup truck and a Department of Transportation (DOT) Attenuator on I-88 Eastbound. The accident occurred just after 11:00 a.m. on Monday, 3rd November, near the Afton and Bainbridge exits.
According to New York State Police, the pickup truck, which was towing a trailer with picnic tables, collided with a DOT vehicle. Two individuals in the pickup truck were transported to Wilson Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fortunately, six other DOT workers present at the time were uninjured.
The eastbound lanes of I-88 were initially closed between Exit 7 and Exit 8 for several hours while crews cleared the scene. Traffic was diverted through State Route 7 as a detour.
Both lanes of I-88 Eastbound were reopened by 4:00 p.m., and normal traffic flow resumed. The New York State Police are continuing their investigation into the crash.
Truck Accident Injuries in New York
In crashes involving commercial vehicles or DOT-related equipment, victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages. New York law allows those injured to pursue legal action against the responsible parties, including drivers, employers, or third-party contractors responsible for the maintenance or operation of the vehicle.
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