Trooper struck on Taconic Parkway sparks safety warning from New York State Police

DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY – The New York State Police issued a traffic safety reminder Sunday after a trooper was struck by a passing vehicle while assisting a disabled motorist on the Taconic State Parkway in Troop K territory. Officials said no one was injured, but emphasized the incident underscores the dangers faced by emergency personnel working along active roadways.

The trooper had stopped to help a stranded driver when another vehicle failed to move over and clipped the patrol unit. Although damage was reported, both the trooper and the motorist escaped without harm. The department said the event could have ended very differently and urged drivers to take immediate precautions to ensure road {safety}.

In a public statement shared on social media, State Police reminded motorists to slow down, remain alert, and use extreme caution—particularly when approaching disabled vehicles or flashing emergenc...