Fatal New Lebanon, New York car crash death of Patricia Platt – Obituary
In the twilight hours of September 9, 2023, the New York State Police initiated an inquiry into a tragic incident involving a motor vehicle and two pedestrians that resulted in double fatalities.
At precisely 8:21 p.m., the dispatch center alerted Troopers to a grievous event transpiring at the crosswalk adjacent to the New Lebanon Valley Speedway, situated along the stretch of US Highway 20.
Upon thorough examination, it was ascertained that a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, under the control of Erica C. Florin, a 36-year-old resident of Lee, MA, was traveling eastbound along the lanes of US Highway 20 when a catastrophic collision occurred, claiming the lives of two pedestrians who were traversing the crosswalk.
Despite the prompt arrival of Troopers and emergency medical service personnel, valiant attempts to resuscitate the victims proved futile, and both individuals met their tragic demise at the scene.
The departed souls were subsequently identified as Gary J. Sheldon, aged 74, and Patricia Platt, aged 77, hailing from Clarksburg, MA.
This ongoing investigation will persist, with updates forthcoming as fresh information emerges.