Schuyler County, NY — November 18, 2025, injuries possibly resulted from a semi-truck accident at around 2:30 p.m. on State Route 224.

Initial statements about the crash say it happened near Varney Hill Road, about a mile south of Alpine Junction.

Details about the accident are scarce at this time. Investigators said that a passenger vehicle and an 18-wheeler somehow crossed paths and collided along NY-224. Due to this, a medical helicopter was called in.

Details about who was injured and how serious injuries were are unavailable as investigations continue.

Commentary by Michael Grossman

The early days following a commercial truck wreck are the most important. That's when evidence is still fresh and intact, which means preserving ASAP should be a priority. That's why I've found these three questions helpful over the years:

1. Are authorities treating the wreck as a top priority?
2. Are the vehicles being inspected for potential defects?
3. Is electronic data being preserved (from vehicles, cellphones, cameras, etc.)?

In my experience, victims and families can either rest assured if there are satisfying answers to those questions, or they can seek out an independent investigator if the responses from authorities don't add up. Either way, it helps put them on track to get the answers they need.