Two People Injured By Driver Running From Police

The New York State Police have begun an investigation after two people were injured and one person died in a two car accident.

Driver Causes Accident While Running From Police 

Desmond Clark, a 28-year-old man who was wanted for questioning in connection with a robbery, was spotted by police officers at around 11:15 in the morning. When the officers attempted to initial a traffic stop, Clark took off on I-87.

At around mile marker 85, Clark lost control of his vehicle and crossed over the median. He struck another vehicle head-on, causing serious injuries to the driver and passenger inside. Clark did not survive the collision. The other two individuals were taken to the hospital for treatment.

Head-On Collisions: Thousands Die Each Year 

All it takes is a few seconds of distraction for a driver to lose control of their vehicle, cross over the center line, and slam into oncoming traffic. These accidents almost always result in injuries to those involved, often because both vehicles are traveling at high speeds.

It's no secret that the injuries sustained in a car accident can financially devastate the victims. This is why the law allows car accident victims to fight for compensation through a car accident lawsuit. Settlements and court awards may provide the plaintiffs with compensation for their lost wages, medical bills, physical trauma, and emotional trauma.