A motorist trying to avoid an accident on I-95 in Mamaroneck, NY lost control of her vehicle and collided with a man changing his tire on the shoulder. Tragically, the impact of the crash severed the man’s lower left leg. He was transported to Westchester Medical Center by emergency personnel.
The accident reportedly occurred south of exit 18A (Fenimore Road) at approximately 7:30 am. The northbound lanes were shut down for over three hours in order to facilitate the investigation.
No additional information regarding those involved in the crash was available at the time of this post.
Website Resources:
I-95 in Mamaroneck reopened after two crashes, one amputating man’s leg, Journal News, Rebecca Baker, December 11, 2009.
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