One Killed in Crash on I-90 in Evans

State Police investigating single-vehicle accident that left Jamestown woman dead

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:22pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged car part such as a shattered headlight or crumpled fender, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a fatal single-vehicle crash.A close examination of the wreckage from a fatal single-vehicle crash on Interstate 90 exposes the stark reality of the dangers on high-speed roadways.Jamestown Today

A 69-year-old Jamestown woman died after a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 90 in Evans, New York on April 15, 2026. State Police responded to the accident around 7:32 a.m. and determined the vehicle left the driving lane, entered the passing lane, and then traveled onto the shoulder, causing it to overturn. The woman was airlifted to a hospital but did not survive.

Why it matters

Fatal car crashes on major highways like I-90 are always tragic events that disrupt traffic, impact families, and raise questions about road safety. This incident will likely prompt investigations into the cause of the crash and whether any infrastructure or driver behavior changes could help prevent similar accidents in the future.

The details

According to State Police, a 2003 Dodge Caravan was traveling eastbound on I-90 when it left the driving lane, moved into the passing lane, and then traveled onto the north shoulder, causing the vehicle to overturn. The passenger, 69-year-old Linda Haney of Jamestown, suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Erie County Medical Center, where she later died.

  • The crash occurred around 7:32 a.m. on April 15, 2026.
  • Linda Haney was airlifted to the hospital following the accident.

The players

Linda Haney

A 69-year-old woman from Jamestown, New York who died as a passenger in the single-vehicle crash on I-90.

New York State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the fatal crash on Interstate 90 in Evans, New York.

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What’s next

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.

The takeaway

This tragic accident on a major highway highlights the importance of driver safety and the need for ongoing infrastructure improvements to prevent similar fatal crashes in the future.