Pedestrian Killed in Schoharie Accident
The Sheriff's Office identified the pedestrian as Mary Ball, 95, of Schoharie, who died after a crash on Barton Hill Road.
Mary Ball, 95, of Schoharie, was killed in a pedestrian crash on Barton Hill Road in Schoharie on Monday, according to the Sheriff's Office.
What Happened on Barton Hill Road
Deputies said they were dispatched to Barton Hill Road at about 4 p.m. after a report of a serious crash involving a pedestrian. The Sheriff's Office said a car struck Ball, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the Sheriff's Office, the driver of the car was uninjured and stayed at the scene while deputies investigated. The Sheriff's Office said early findings show that neither impairment nor speed played a role in the collision.
Where the Sheriff's Office Investigation Stands
The crash remains under investigation. Barton Hill Road reopened after being shut for several hours. Deputies asked anyone who saw the crash to call the Sheriff's Office investigator handling the case.
Roads are often closed for hours after a serious crash so investigators can measure and photograph the scene before anything is moved.
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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