A New York State Trooper is being treated for severe injuries at Albany Medical Center after being struck by a pickup truck near Exit 7 of the Northway in Colonie.
The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Saturday while the trooper was assisting with a vehicle tow, prompting the closure of two right lanes on the Northway. According to authorities, the trooper and the tow truck operator were both hit by the passing truck.
While the tow truck driver sustained only minor injuries, the driver of the pickup was taken into custody. New York State Police are urging anyone with information about the crash to contact them at 518-457-6811 or email michael.altieri@troopers.ny.gov.
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