SUBJECT: Tragic incident in Seneca County involving a toddler hit by a vehicle in a driveway, under investigation by NY State Police
Fayette, N.Y. — A young child in Seneca County sadly lost their life after being struck by a vehicle in a driveway on Aunkst Road in Fayette. The New York State Police were called to the scene around 4 p.m. on Tuesday following the incident involving the 18-month-old.Tragically, the driver accidentally backed over the child, mistakenly believing the child was already in a safe position within the vehicle. The toddler was pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities from the NY State Police have stated that they do not anticipate filing criminal charges at this time, but are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.