Clayton, NY (July 24, 2025) – A devastating multi-vehicle collision involving two motorcycles and an SUV claimed the lives of two people on Sunday in the Town of Clayton.

According to reports, the crash occurred on July 21 when New York State Police responded to a collision involving a 2019 Dodge SUV and two motorcycles on State Route 12. The motorcycles were traveling northbound when the SUV, traveling south, attempted a left turn onto State Park Road and collided with both riders.

The motorcyclists, identified as a 67-year-old man and a 69-year-old woman from Ontario, Canada, were both pronounced dead at the scene. The SUV driver and passengers were evaluated on site and did not require hospitalization.

Multiple agencies responded to assist, including the Town of Clayton and Town of Orleans Fire Departments, Thousand Island Emergency Rescue Squad (TIERS), Clayton Police, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, and the New York State Park Police. The investigation remains ongoing.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.

• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been fully released pending notification of next of kin and final investigation reports.
• Additional details about the crash, including potential charges or contributing factors, will be released as they become available.
• Drivers in the area are encouraged to remain cautious and check with local authorities for any traffic alerts or updates.

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