Buffalo, NY (September 12, 2024) – A tragic accident on Wednesday night resulted in the death of an eighth grader from Grand Island. The incident occurred on South Pkwy near Broadway at around 9:08 p.m.
NITTEC initially reported the road closure from Broadway to Love Rd due to the crash. Officials from the Erie County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the presence of a deceased body at the scene. Grand Island Central School District Superintendent Brian Graham confirmed that the victim was an eighth-grade student.
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding this fatal incident. Further details will be provided as the inquiry progresses.