73-Year-Old Driver Collapses, SUV Slams Cars on Gun Hill Ramp
A 73-year-old driver on the New England Thruway ramp near East Gun Hill Road lost control when he collapsed at the wheel. His SUV hit two vehicles. He died in the driver’s seat as illness ended his trip in traffic.
What We Know
According to the police report, a 73-year-old male driver on the southbound New England Thruway entrance ramp near East Gun Hill Road lost control when he slumped at the wheel around 5:15 p.m. His SUV hit a 2021 Nissan SUV making a left turn and a 2021 Acura sedan going straight. The driver, who was licensed and belted, died of internal injuries, with “Illnes” listed as a contributing factor.
People
Occupant killed
Age 73; Male; Position: Driver; Injury: Killed
Vehicles
SUV
2006 DODG -CAR/SUV; Occupants: 1; Pre-crash movement: Going Straight Ahead; Travel direction: North; Point of impact: Center Front End; Damage: Center Front End; Driver license status: Licensed
SUV
2021 NISS -CAR/SUV; Occupants: 1; Pre-crash movement: Making Left Turn; Travel direction: Southwest; Point of impact: Left Side Doors; Damage: Left Side Doors; Driver license status: Licensed
Sedan
2021 ACUR -CAR/SUV; Occupants: 2; Pre-crash movement: Going Straight Ahead; Travel direction: Southwest; Point of impact: Left Front Bumper; Damage: Left Front Bumper; Driver license status: Licensed
Press Articles
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