Rome, NY (May 18, 2026) – Two people were seriously injured after a single-vehicle rollover crash in Rome on Sunday, May 17. The crash was reported around 5:30 p.m. on Rome-Westernville Road, also known as State Route 46, near Golf Course Road.
Officials said the crash involved a Honda HR-V sport utility vehicle traveling along Rome-Westernville Road. The vehicle left the roadway, struck an embankment, and rolled several times.
The driver was identified as 85-year-old Philip Spinelli. He was flown by medical helicopter to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse. A passenger, 79-year-old Jean Spinelli, was taken to Rome Health Hospital. Details about their updated conditions were not included in the initial report.
The crash remains under investigation, and more details may become available as authorities continue their review.
We are thinking of Philip Spinelli and Jean Spinelli and hope they make a full recovery.
Injury Risks After Rollover Crashes
Rollover crashes can cause serious injuries because a vehicle may hit the ground several times before coming to rest. People inside can be thrown against seats, doors, windows, or other interior areas during the crash.
Older adults may face a higher risk of severe injury after a crash. Broken bones, head trauma, chest injuries, and internal injuries can require hospital care, even when symptoms are not fully clear at first.
Medical helicopters might be used when a patient needs faster access to advanced treatment. After a rollover, emergency units may also check for leaking fluids, broken glass, unstable vehicle positions, and debris near the roadway.
