Newburgh, NY – Woman Killed in Three-Car Crash on Rt 300 near Union Ave
Newburgh, NY (April 24, 2024) – A woman from Poughkeepsie lost her life in a three-car wreck that occurred at around 9:40 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, in Newburgh.
Police in Newburgh report the incident took place on Route 300 near Union Avenue. Preliminary reports reveal a 2019 Ford box truck was headed north on Route 300 when it approached a curve near the intersection with Union Avenue Extention. Luis Cintron, 49, of Philadelphia, was behind the wheel at the time. The box truck appears to have crossed over into the southbound lane while attempting to negotiate the curve. While doing so, it collided with a 2019 Dodge Ram operated by Michael Gessner, 37, a resident of Wallkill. The box truck then continued north in the southbound lane where it was involved in a crash with a 2016 Ford Edge operated by 68-year-old Tureli Quinci, of Poughkeepsie. Quinci received first aid at the scene from paramedics before she was taken to St. Luke’s Hospital in Newburgh. She later died from her injuries. Cintron was treated for minor injuries at St Luke’s and released. The roadway was closed for several hours due to the investigation. The New York State Police Accident Reconstruction Team, Central Hudson and Mobile Life Services, and the Newburgh town police worked at the scene.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
New York Car Crashes
Each year, a substantial number of people tragically lose their lives in traffic accidents throughout the United States. Regrettably, in the state of New Jersey, many individuals end up losing their lives due to auto accidents that happen because of drivers who act recklessly, carelessly, or negligently. Shockingly, statistics show that approximately 80% of all deadly wrecks are caused by driver error, with some of the main contributors being intoxication, speeding, and distraction.
Despite how responsible and cautious some drivers may be, they are not able to control how other drivers conduct themselves. As a result, some families are left to deal with mental, emotional, and financial consequences of such devastating losses. The unanticipated burden of expensive funeral affairs is often overwhelming for numerous families. The unexpected burden of tens of thousands of dollars in funeral expenses is often overwhelming for many families.
The family members of deceased crash victims need to reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Newburgh to protect their legal rights after their loved one’s accident. Families may be eligible to gather financial compensation that can help lift some of the financial burden they may be facing related to the wreck and the aftermath that ultimately followed. Working with a skilled and knowledgeable legal team will increase the chances of recovering and achieving justice for the loved one.
At Metro Law, our car crash lawyers in Tabernacle work around the clock to make sure that individuals who the negligence of others has harmed are able to hold those wrongdoers responsible for their actions. Our skilled legal team is dedicated to helping bereaved families to obtain full and fair financial compensation for funeral care, lost wages, and more. If your loved one recently lost their life in a crash caused by the actions of another driver, please do not hesitate to call our personal injury law firm in New Jersey at (800) 469-6476 to explore the legal options available to you. We do not require payment unless you are able to gather full and fair financial compensation for the losses and damages you have endured in relation to your or your loved one’s accident. You should not have to worry about money at a time like this, which is why we are here to help you recover.
