Woman Seriously Injured In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash

A two-vehicle crash in the Hudson Valley seriously injured a woman.

A Poughkeepsie woman was seriously injured during a two-vehicle crash on Route 9.
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07/18/2024 2:50 p.m.

The incident occurred in Dutchess County around 3:40 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, on Route 9 near Rochambeau Lane in the town of Poughkeepsie.

According to Capt. Michael O'Dowd of the town of Poughkeepsie Police said a 2017 Chevrolet sedan driven by a Poughkeepsie man made a left turn from the southbound side of South Road into the northbound side of South Road.

O'Dowd said that the Chevrolet collided with a 2017 Hyundai hatchback driven by a Poughkeepsie woman traveling north during the turn.

The woman received serious physical injuries and was transported to a hospital.

The roadway was closed for several hours following the crash.

The investigation is ongoing, and police ask any witnesses to contact the Traffic Division at 845-790-4686.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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