State Police Investigating Fatal Collision on Palisades Interstate Parkway

On the morning of December 6, 2024, State Troopers from the Haverstraw barracks responded to a single-vehicle crash on the northbound side of the Palisades Interstate Parkway (PIP) in the town of Highlands, NY. The incident occurred at approximately 6:05 a.m.

According to preliminary investigations, a 2019 Subaru traveling north unexpectedly veered off the roadway for reasons yet to be determined. The vehicle struck a tree in the median, just beyond exit 19. Authorities have identified the driver as a 45-year-old off-duty NYPD officer from New Windsor, NY.

Emergency services transported the driver to St. Luke’s Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

The State Police are actively investigating the crash. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the State Police in Middletown at 845-344-5300, referencing case number NY2400969180.

For further information, please contact Troop F Public Information Officer, Trooper Jennifer Alvarez.