An NYPD sergeant was involved in a fatal wrong-way, head-on collision on a New York highway, resulting in the death of another driver. Learn what is known and how to request a crash report.
NEW YORK, NY - January 28, 2026
A driver was killed in a wrong-way, head-on collision involving an NYPD sergeant on a New York highway. The incident occurred on Wednesday, though the exact time of the crash has not been specified. Authorities have confirmed that the sergeant was operating an NYPD vehicle at the time of the crash.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 28, 2026; exact time not specified
- Location: NY highway
- Type of crash: Wrong-way, head-on
- Vehicles involved: NYPD vehicle
- Fatalities: 1
- Responding agencies: NYPD
- Source(s): AOL.com
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on a New York highway, involving an NYPD sergeant with 18 years of service. Reports indicate that the sergeant was driving an NYPD vehicle when the collision happened. The crash was described as a wrong-way, head-on collision, resulting in the death of another driver.
Emergency responders, including the NYPD, arrived at the scene to manage the situation. Details about the response actions or road closures have not been released. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with no charges or specific causes reported at this time.
People Involved
The crash involved an NYPD sergeant and another driver, who was killed in the collision. The sergeant's condition has not been specified, and no additional injuries have been reported. Authorities have not released the names or ages of those involved.