Pickup Truck Collides With Amish Buggy, Killing Two in Canton, NY

Canton, NY (September 15, 2026) – Two people died, and at least eight others were hurt on Sunday afternoon, September 13, after a pickup truck and an Amish buggy came together on County Route 25. 

The emergency response happened around 3 p.m. The scale of the crash prompted an unusually large response effort from the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office.

Eight people were taken to area hospitals with injuries from the accident. The identities of those who died have not been released. 

It is not yet clear how the pickup and the buggy came together. Emergency officials described the crash as one of the largest of its kind they have responded to in recent memory. Authorities continue to investigate. 

We extend our sincere condolences to the families of those who died and wish a full recovery to those injured. 

How Do Wrongful Death Claims Work After a Fatal Crash in Canton, NY?

When an accident leads to the wrongful death of someone, New York allows a personal representative of the deceased's estate to pursue compensation on behalf of surviving family members who depended on that person financially. 

This action takes place through a wrongful death claim. Unlike some states, New York limits wrongful death damages to pecuniary losses, which means compensation typically covers lost income, lost services, and funeral expenses rather than emotional pain and suffering. To bring this type of claim, families generally have two years from the date of death. 

To determine fault after an accident, New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule. This rule allows fault to be divided among more than one party without barring a claim entirely, even if a driver was partly responsible. 

In crashes that involve several injured people and more than one fatality, insurance coverage limits can also become a factor, since available coverage may need to be divided among multiple claims.

A wrongful death lawyer can help families understand how these overlapping claims are handled and what steps are needed to preserve their right to compensation.

Our team at Metro Law helps families across New York understand the state's laws and what options may be available following their cases. 

If you are dealing with a situation like these, we are here to help. Call Metro Law at (800) 469-6476 to talk through your situation with us.