Crime & Safety
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Hudson Valley Crash
The initial investigation suggested the motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed, police said.
CLAVERACK, NY — State police are investigating a serious accident that occurred Wednesday on State Route 23 in the Town of Claverack. Around 3:57 p.m., troopers were sent to a crash involving a motorcycle on State Route 23 west of Donnely Road.
The initial investigation suggested the motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed and lost control attempting to avoid colliding with another vehicle.
The operator and sole individual on the motorcycle was Thomas P. Golden, 34, of Copake.
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He was ejected and sustained serious injuries.
Golden was air lifted to Albany Medical Center by LifeNet.
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The investigation is ongoing.
State police were assisted by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, Churchtown Fire Department, Greenport Rescue and the Claverack Fire Department.
Photo credit: NYSP.
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