Two-Car Fatality in Pawling

The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation into a two-car fatal crash which occurred during the late night hours of 9/22/19 on Route 55 in the Town of Pawling.

As a result of the crash one person died at the scene and a second person was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Route 55 was closed for investigation for approximately 5 hours after the crash and has since re-opened.

The Sheriff’s Office would like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed all or part of the crash, and anyone who may be a witness is urged to contact Deputy Wilber or Deputy LeMere at 845-486-3800. The Sheriff’s Office can also be contacted via the tipline at 845-605-CLUE (2583) or dcsotips@gmail.com, and all information will be kept confidential.

The investigation into the crash is continuing, and further information to include the identities of those involved will be released at a later time.