Rochester, NY (September 20, 2025) – A three-car hit-and-run crash near the intersection of Ontario Street and North Street on Friday morning resulted in multiple injuries and a large-scale emergency response.
The crash took place around 10:10 a.m. and initially involved a silver sedan and two other vehicles. Dispatch reports indicated that the suspect vehicle, a silver sedan with its driver’s side door hanging open, fled the scene immediately after impact. Emergency personnel, including Rochester Police, fire units, and EMS, responded swiftly to assist those injured and to begin searching for the fleeing driver.
Two of the three involved vehicles were left disabled at the scene, partially blocking the intersection. Officers worked to secure the area while medical personnel evaluated and treated the victims. Additional emergency units were rerouted from a separate incident at North Clinton Avenue and Route 104, illustrating the strain on first responders amid back-to-back emergencies.
The suspect vehicle’s driver has not yet been identified. Law enforcement is actively seeking leads and reviewing traffic camera footage to gather more information. Officials have not provided a full account of how many individuals were injured, but multiple patients required immediate attention.
Community Impact & Ongoing Investigation
Incidents like this one continue to highlight the dangers of reckless driving and the serious consequences of fleeing the scene of a crash. Hit-and-run collisions not only delay medical care for victims but also create challenges for investigators and increase the emotional toll on those affected.
This section of Ontario Street sees frequent commuter traffic and has been the site of several past incidents involving distracted or aggressive driving. City officials have expressed concern over the pattern and urge all drivers to exercise greater caution, especially at busy intersections.
Rochester Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has information about the silver sedan to come forward.
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