Butternuts, NY (April 4, 2023) – Authorities have reported the details concerning a tragic motor vehicle accident that claimed the lives of two teenagers last Friday, March 31st. The fatal accident happened in the town of Butternuts at approximately 9:41 a.m.
According to reports, a vehicle occupied by a 17-year-old male driver and a 16-year-old male passenger was traveling north on New York State Route 8 in Guilford when a police vehicle attempted a traffic stop. The driver left the area and continued into the town of Butternuts, where the vehicle left the roadway at the intersection of New York State Route 51 and Flatiron Road.
The reportedly crashed into multiple trees, and emergency responders were called to the scene a short time later. The driver and the passenger, both from Wayne, NJ, were pronounced deceased at the crash site.
At this time, no further details are available. The incident currently remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the two deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
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