Cornwall, NY (July 27, 2023) – Tragedy struck the New York State Thruway in Cornwall on Thursday, July 27, 2023, as state police reported a fatal motorcycle crash.
The unfortunate incident occurred on the northbound lanes between exits 17 and 16.
According to authorities, a car collided with the motorcycle from behind, causing the motorcyclist to be forcibly ejected from the vehicle.
The motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The car’s driver in the collision remained present, cooperating with the police investigation.
No further details have been released regarding the circumstances surrounding the accident.
The State Police continue to look into the matter to ascertain the cause of this tragic event.