NYC Man Killed in ATV Crash
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 22-year-old New York City man in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Dymtro Prokopets, from Brooklyn, was riding an ATV on Route 115 in Tunkhannock Township when a car struck him from behind in the early morning hours of September 13th.
The impact resulted in Prokopets' death at the scene. His 19-year-old passenger sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to a hospital.
Police reported that both victims were wearing dark clothing and lacked protective gear. The investigation into the accident is ongoing and being handled by the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department.
The incident highlights the importance of safety precautions when operating ATVs and the potential dangers of riding at night without proper safety equipment.
<br>Key details of the accident:
- Location: Route 115, Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, PA
- Time: Early morning hours of September 13th
- Vehicles involved: ATV and a 2018 Nissan Sentra
- Outcome: One fatality, one serious injury
- Contributing factors: Dark clothing, lack of protective gear
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