NY•Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

How to Get the Crash ReportNew York guide from official sources
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Key Facts

Location

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Date & Time

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

News Sources

4 sources

These details are from publicly available news coverage and may not include every fact in the official police report.

News brief: based on one report

News12 Bronx reported on October 20, 2026, that a driver from Tarrytown, New York, has been charged with death by auto after a fatal hit-and-run on Route 17 in Paramus. The headline indicates that the crash resulted in a death and that the driver left the scene, but it does not describe how the collision happened, the time it occurred, the identity or age of the person who died, or any details about the driver's condition or the vehicles involved. No other outlet has confirmed these details yet.

The official crash report is kept by the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash, and people involved in a crash can ask that agency for a copy.

Read the original story from News12 | Bronx, published October 20, 2026.

News Coverage (4 Sources)

News12 | Bronx•Oct 20, 2026

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

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News12 | New Jersey•Oct 20, 2026

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

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News12 | Westchester•Oct 20, 2026

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

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News12 | Hudson Valley•Oct 20, 2026

Driver from Tarrytown, NY charged with death by auto in deadly hit-and-run along Route 17 in Paramus.

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If You Were Involved

1

Seek medical attention

Even if you feel fine, some injuries may not be immediately apparent.

2

Document everything

Take photos, gather witness information, and keep all medical records.

3

Get the police report

This is crucial for insurance claims and any legal action.

4

Know your rights

Don't speak to insurance adjusters without understanding your rights first.

5

Consult an attorney

Many offer free consultations to review your case.

Getting the Official Crash Report

The official report is written by the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash. Our New York guide explains who keeps crash reports in New York, how to request a copy, and where the official request pages are.

Read the New York guide

Why the Official Report Matters

The official accident report documents key facts—who was involved, where and when it happened, the officer's fault determination, and witness statements. Insurance companies rely on it to process claims.

Without this report, proving fault becomes significantly harder. Even if you don't plan to file a lawsuit, having the official record protects you if the other party's insurance disputes your account.

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from publicly available news sources and may be incomplete or updated as investigations continue. For official records, contact the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash.

Last updated: October 20, 2026 at 9:40 PM