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COBLESKILL STUDENT

KILLED IN I-88 CRASH

Fatal Accident Occurs In Town Of Maryland

SCHENEVUS – At approximately 4 a.m. today, a SUNY Cobleskill student died in a car crash involving six students on Interstate 88 in the Town of Maryland, the college reported.

The fatality is Douglas Alvarez, 19, of Mamaroneck, Westchester County.  He was a first-year Business Administration student. All other students are either being treated at area hospitals or have been released, the college reported.  Details are emerging. New York State Police are investigating.

President Marion Terenzio and the College extend their deepest sympathy to Douglas’s family, friends and the entire SUNY Cobleskill community in this time of loss. Support and counseling will be available on campus for anyone experiencing distress. Locations and times will be posted within the hour.

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