In a tragic accident on Saturday afternoon, a 67-year-old pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed in Wappinger.
The incident happened at about 5:30 p.m. on Route 376 near Hackensack Heights Road. The pedestrian was crossing the road when a northbound car hit him.
Emergency responders rushed the victim to Vassar Brothers Medical Center, but despite efforts, he passed away from his injuries. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office provided an update on the situation on Monday.
The driver of the vehicle stayed at the scene of the crash and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. At this time, no charges have been filed against the driver.
Sheriff’s Captain John Watterson mentioned that it appears the primary cause of the accident was the pedestrian’s unsafe crossing of the road.
He stressed that it seems the pedestrian may not have been following proper safety measures while crossing Route 376.
The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. People can contact Detective Kurt Twaddell at 845-486-3828 or email him at kwaddell@dutchessny.gov.
Those with tips or additional information can also reach out through the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office tipline at 845-605-CLUE (2583) or via email at dcsotips@gmail.com. All shared information will remain confidential.
The tragic loss highlights the importance of safe road-crossing practices for pedestrians, especially on busy routes like Route 376. Authorities are working to gather all necessary details and ensure that the incident is fully understood.
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