A Jeep struck three children in an Orange County neighborhood, leaving two hospitalized in critical condition.
The incident happened at around 6:52 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, on Starrow Drive in the Town of Newburgh, according to the Town of Newburgh Police Department.
According to police, a 2024 Jeep Wrangler driven by a 52-year-old Newburgh man was traveling westbound on Starrow Drive when it collided with three children.
Two of the children were transported to Westchester Medical Center, where they were listed in critical but stable condition, police said. A third child suffered minor injuries and was also taken to Westchester Medical Center for treatment.
Earlier reports indicated one child may have been airlifted from the scene, but police have not confirmed that information.
As previously reported by Daily Voice, police and investigators were seen examining a blue Jeep Wrangler and measuring evidence at the scene. Debris, including children's bicycles, was scattered across the roadway.
The incident happened near the Taco Bell on Route 300, which remained open throughout the investigation.
Starrow Drive reopened around midnight on Friday, June 5.
The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact the Town of Newburgh Police Department at 845-564-1100.
No charges have been announced.
This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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