Troopers Investigate Fatal Accident Involving Pedestrian

On November 6, 2021 at approximately 10:24 p.m., New York State Police at Endwell responded to a fatal accident involving a pedestrian. The incident occurred on George F. Highway (State Highway 17C) near exit 69 in the town of Union.

An investigation at the scene revealed that Wesley H. Conklin, age 38 (Homeless) entered the roadway on George F. Highway and was stuck by two vehicles. Conklin was pronounced deceased at the scene. There will be no criminal charges filed at this time.

The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Collision Reconstruction Unit, UVES, Johnson City Fire and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department assisted at the