23-Year-Old Killed In Hudson Valley Crash Was Son Of Police Officer

Ahkem Chu III was killed in Orange County in the town of Tuxedo on Old Route 17 around 7:30 a.m., Monday, April 18, said Trooper Steven Nevel.

Chu, age 23, of Chester, was driving a 2007 Honda Accord southbound on Old Route 17 nearthe Rockland board when for unknown reasons he crossed over into the northbound lane and struck the truck that was fully loaded, Nevel said.

• See Earlier Story: ID Released For Chester 23-Year-Old Killed In Old Route 17 Crash

He is the son of retired NYPD Police Officer Maggie LaBoy, according to Fund The First fundraiser.

"On April 18th, 2022, Ahkem Chu III, son of retired NYPD Police Officer Maggie LaBoy, was tragically killed in a car accident. We are asking for donations to help Maggie and her family during the most difficult time of their lives," the fundraiser said.

More than $16,000 of a $25,000 goal had been raised as of Tuesday, April 19.

Funeral arrangements have not been announced. 

To donate to the fund, click here. 

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