Trooper Injured in Thruway Crash During Traffic Stop

The incident occurred in the town of Mamaroneck early on March 15.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:07am

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A New York State Police trooper was injured after a vehicle crashed into a patrol car during a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway in Mamaroneck. The trooper was struck when the impact pushed the patrol car into the vehicle that had been pulled over.

Why it matters

Traffic stops can be dangerous situations for law enforcement officers, and this incident highlights the risks they face while conducting routine duties. The crash also caused disruptions and delays on the busy Thruway.

The details

Troopers had pulled over a Mercedes sedan driven by Siiyer W. Walker, 52, of Connecticut, on the right shoulder of the Thruway. While the troopers were standing near the vehicle, a Chevy Suburban driven by Kevin Ariel Cunache Moyolema, 24, also of Connecticut, rear-ended the patrol car. The impact pushed the patrol car into the Mercedes, striking one of the troopers.

  • The incident occurred around 5 a.m. on March 15, 2026.

The players

New York State Police

The state law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling the New York State Thruway and investigating the incident.

Siiyer W. Walker

The 52-year-old Connecticut resident who was driving the Mercedes sedan that was pulled over by state police.

Kevin Ariel Cunache Moyolema

The 24-year-old Connecticut resident who was driving the Chevy Suburban that rear-ended the state police patrol car.

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What they’re saying

“The investigation remains ongoing.”

— New York State Police (fingerlakes1.com)

What’s next

State police said the investigation into the incident is continuing.

The takeaway

This crash serves as a reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face during routine traffic stops, and the importance of drivers remaining alert and attentive on the roads to avoid such incidents.