Clifton Park, NY (November 26, 2025) – A deadly multi-vehicle crash shut down part of Interstate 87 on Sunday night, November 23, in Clifton Park. The New York State Police said the wreck happened in the southbound lanes just south of Exit 11. Troopers responded around 8:00 p.m. after receiving reports of a serious collision.
A preliminary investigation found that two vehicles traveled south on the highway. One vehicle rear-ended the other, which pushed the struck vehicle off the left shoulder. That vehicle then hit a guardrail. Moments later, a third vehicle hit the same car. The struck vehicle came to rest against the guardrail facing north.
Police said the driver of the struck car got out after the second impact. While he stood on or near the roadway, a tractor-trailer hit him. He fell into the driving lane. Another southbound vehicle then struck him again. Troopers pronounced the man dead at the scene.
State Police have not released the victim’s name yet. They said they will confirm his identity and notify the family first. Investigators also reported that the tractor-trailer involved in the crash left the scene. Officers have not located that vehicle or its driver. They are searching for witnesses and reviewing any available evidence to track it down.
New York State Police continue to investigate the crash and the hit and run tractor tractor-trailer.
We extend our deepest condolences to the victim’s loved ones during this painful time.