Tragic Dirt Bike Accident Claims Teenager’s Life in Ulster County

A tragic accident in Ulster County has left a teenager dead following a collision involving a dirt bike and a car in the Town of Hurley, NY.

According to the New York State Police, the fatal accident happened at approximately 6:36 p.m. on Friday, October 23, at the intersection of Schoolhouse Lane and Main Street in Hurley.

Dirt Bike Accident in Ulster County, NY

Teen Killed in Dirt Bike Crash on Ulster County Road

Police said that an unregistered dirt bike carrying an 18-year-old operator and a 17-year-old passenger was traveling westbound on Main Street when the driver attempted to pass a 2015 Hyundai. At the same time, the Hyundai was making a left turn onto Schoolhouse Lane, resulting in a collision between the two vehicles.

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The impact ejected both the dirt bike operator and the teenage passenger from the bike. First responders, including New York State Police, members of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the Hurley Fire Department, responded to the scene. Life-saving measures were administered before both individuals were transported to Kingston HealthAlliance Hospital.

Sadly, the 17-year-old passenger was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Investigation Ongoing

Police didn't identify the deceased teenager, the driver of the dirt bike, or the driver of the Hyundai, but did say that the cause of the crash remains under investigation. Authorities are asking anyone who may have any information about the accident to please come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police Kingston Bureau of Criminal Investigation at 845-344-5300. When more information is available, we will update this article.