A devastating single-car crash in Concord claimed the life of a local man on Saturday, according to the New York State Police. The fatal accident occurred along Brown Hill Road and remains under active investigation.
Authorities identified the victim as 59-year-old Sean Quinn, a Concord resident. Police say Quinn was driving a 2017 Ford when the vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a ditch. Upon impact, the car caught fire, trapping Quinn inside.
Emergency crews from the Boston Fire Department responded quickly to reports of the crash. Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze, but despite their efforts, Quinn was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators are still trying to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. No additional details have been released regarding possible contributing factors such as speed, mechanical failure, or medical emergency.
The New York State Police are asking anyone with information related to the crash to come forward to help piece together what happened. At this time, there is no indication that other vehicles were involved, and Quinn was reportedly the only occupant of the car.
The tragic loss of Sean Quinn has left the Concord community in mourning. As the investigation continues, authorities hope to provide answers to the circumstances surrounding the crash and prevent similar incidents in the future.