Hyde Park, NY – The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office and Town of Hyde Park Police are investigating a fatal auto accident that took place shortly before noon on South Quaker Lane in the Town of Hyde Park. The incident involved a single car with four occupants, resulting in life-threatening injuries for the operator and front seat passenger, with the rear passengers sustaining non life-threatening injuries.
Town of Hyde Park Police responded to the crash near Honeywell Lane revealing that the vehicle was traveling southbound on S. Quaker Hill Rd. The car veered off the road, collided with a utility pole, leading to the tragic death of the operator. The investigation is focusing on excessive speed as the primary factor. High school students from Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School and BOCES were involved in the accident, prompting cooperation between authorities and the school districts for support.
While identities are withheld due to the sensitivity of the situation, the Sheriff’s Office and Hyde Park Police assure ongoing collaboration with the affected school districts for necessary assistance. As the investigation continues, updates are expected to be released in the future as more details become available for the public.