DEPOSIT, Delaware County, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2026 — One person was hospitalized after a crash in a construction zone on Route 17 on Wednesday, October 28, according to New York State Police.
Troopers said a 29-year-old man from Loch Sheldrake was driving westbound on Route 17 when his vehicle struck the rear of a construction vehicle working in the area. Police said the construction vehicle had a lit arrow sign displayed at the time. The driver reportedly did not see it in time to stop.
After the impact, the man's vehicle went onto the shoulder of the road, state police said. He was taken to UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City for treatment. The extent of his injuries has not been released.
The driver of the construction vehicle, a 25-year-old woman from Pennsylvania, was not hurt, according to police. The crash remains under investigation by New York State Police.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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Rain, fog, glare and uneven pavement can all cut down on reaction time and visibility, which is part of why work zones and lane shifts call for extra caution even in clear weather.
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Check for injuries, move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, and exchange information with the other driver. Get medical care even if injuries seem minor, since some symptoms show up later.
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