Rollover Crash Kills Driver in Hornellsville

New York State Police investigating single-vehicle incident on County Route 67.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:48am

A 32-year-old man from Hornellsville, New York was killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash on April 3, 2026. The incident occurred on County Route 67 in the town of Hornellsville, Steuben County, when the driver's 2022 Dodge Ram truck left the roadway and overturned in a ditch. The driver, Mathew J. Cady, was pronounced dead at a local hospital after being extricated from the vehicle by fire personnel.

Why it matters

Rollover crashes can be particularly deadly, especially in rural areas where emergency response times may be longer. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety in small communities.

The details

According to the New York State Police, they responded to a report of the single-vehicle rollover crash on County Route 67 in Hornellsville. Upon arrival, they found a 2022 Dodge Ram truck on its roof in a ditch on the south side of the roadway. The driver, Mathew J. Cady, was the sole occupant and was pinned inside the vehicle. Fire personnel extricated Cady and he was transported to St. James Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

  • The crash occurred on April 3, 2026.

The players

Mathew J. Cady

A 32-year-old resident of Hornellsville, New York who was killed in the single-vehicle rollover crash.

New York State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the rollover crash incident.

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What’s next

The New York State Police investigation into the cause of the crash remains ongoing.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially on rural roads. While the details are still under investigation, rollover crashes can have devastating consequences, underscoring the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and emergency response capabilities in small communities.