1 Killed: Tragic, Wild Reason Why Route 9 Closed In Hudson Valley

A 14-year-old is responsible for causing a fatal head-on collision. But as police investigated they learned some shocking additional details.

The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office confirmed an investigation into a two-car fatal crash involving a stolen vehicle.

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On Tuesday around 6:25 a.m., deputies responded to Route 9 in Rhinebeck, New York, near the Matchbox Cafe following reports of a serious crash.

Police report a 2017 Chevrolet van heading north was hit head-on by a southbound 2015 Toyota 4Runner.

The driver of the 4Runner was a 14-year-old. The 4runner is a confirmed stolen vehicle from the State of Connecticut, police say.

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"The 4Runner in this crash is one of several reported as stolen from the northern Dutchess County/Eastern Connecticut areas during the late-night hours of 3/27/23 or early morning hours of 3/28/23," the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office states.

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Police believe the teen may be working with an "organized group" that has been stealing cars in the region.

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The driver of the van, 49-year-old Jonathan A. Kiech of New Jersey was pronounced dead at the scene.

The unnamed teen was transported to Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. He was then taken to a secure detention facility pending further investigation and charges.

Route 9 Closed In Dutchess County, New York

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