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Driver charged in connection to fatal Western Ave. crash

Albany, NY — Terrance Kelly of Albany has been charged with driving under the influence in the wake of Saturday morning’s fatal crash on Western Avenue.

Kelly, 23, allegedly fled Albany police during a traffic stop before crashing his vehicle a short time later. The crash killed Kelly’s passenger, 26-year old William Yager IV of Albany. Kelly was also injured in the accident and is currently being treated at Albany Medical Center for “non-life threatening injuries.”

More charges are expected to be filed against the driver.

[Times Union]

 

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