By Crash News Writer 
Nanuet, NY (August 15, 2025) — A pedestrian was struck and killed early Friday morning on the New York State Thruway, marking the second fatal incident in the same stretch of roadway this week.
According to reports, the incident occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. on August 15 on the northbound side of Interstate 87, just before Exit 14 for Nanuet. New York State Police confirmed that the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim or provided details as to why the person was walking along the Thruway, where pedestrian access is prohibited. Preliminary reports indicate the driver involved was unaware of what they had hit at the time but did remain in the area.
This fatal crash occurred less than a mile from a separate deadly incident earlier this week, in which 47-year-old Steven Redner of Tallman was killed after his disabled vehicle was struck while partially blocking a lane on the same side of the highway.
State Police closed one northbound lane Friday morning to conduct their investigation into the most recent fatality.
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This article is based on preliminary information from state authorities and may be updated as further details are confirmed.
- The identity of the pedestrian has not yet been released pending family notification.
- The cause of the incident is still under investigation, including why the victim was on the Thruway and whether other factors may have contributed.
- Motorists traveling on I-87 near Exit 14 should remain alert and check with New York State Thruway Authority for updates.
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