1 Killed, 1 Injured in Southeast Car Accident
State Police identified the driver who died as Helen T. Gambino, 87, of Brewster, and a second driver, who had injuries that were not life-threatening, as Caua Dos Santos Rocha, 19, of Danbury, Connecticut.
Candice BondHelen T. Gambino, 87, of Brewster, was killed in a three-vehicle car crash on Route 6/202 in Southeast on Nov. 3, according to New York State Police.
How the Route 6/202 Crash Unfolded
The crash happened at about 7:20 a.m. at the intersection of Danbury Road and Dingle Ridge Road. State Police said Gambino was turning left from Dingle Ridge Road in a 2024 Subaru when an eastbound 2015 BMW struck her car. Her Subaru overturned and came to rest in the center median. State Police said the BMW then hit a 2009 Honda that was traveling east in the right lane.
Gambino was rushed to Danbury Hospital and died there. The BMW driver, Caua Dos Santos Rocha, 19, of Danbury, Connecticut, was also taken to the hospital, and his injuries were not considered life-threatening. Troopers said the 23-year-old Danbury man driving the Honda escaped injury.
Where the State Police Investigation Stands
The crash remains under investigation by New York State Police. Troopers have not announced any charges or citations. As of Wednesday morning, a State Police spokeswoman had no new information to share.
People often hear very little from investigators in the first days after a crash. That quiet is normal while evidence is gathered, and it does not mean the case has stalled.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in New York usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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