Pedestrian Killed in Patterson Pedestrian Accident
The Putnam County Sheriff's Office identified the pedestrian as Michael S. Frick, 35, of New Fairfield, who died after being struck on Route 22.
Candice BondA pedestrian from New Fairfield, Connecticut, died Tuesday night after a vehicle hit him in Patterson, where Route 22 meets Route 164. The Putnam County Sheriff's Office identified him as Michael S. Frick, 35. He was pronounced dead at the scene, the Sheriff's Office said.
What Happened at Route 22 and Route 164
The Sheriff's Office put the time of the crash at about 8:09 p.m. on October 20. A vehicle struck Frick while he was on foot at the intersection in Putnam County. The driver remained at the scene, authorities said. The Sheriff's Office has not released further details about the driver.
Where the Patterson Investigation Stands
Authorities said the Sheriff's Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation is looking into the crash, working with the State Police unit that reconstructs collisions. The driver is cooperating with investigators, according to authorities. No charges or citations have been announced.
When police say a crash is still under investigation, it usually means they are still collecting evidence and have not reached any conclusions.
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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