Town of Newburgh Police Department

A suspected hit and run accident early Friday morning in Newburgh took the life of a 65 year old man from Monroe, New York.

The head-on car accident has left 5 individuals - at least two children, ages 1 and 15 years old - needing medical attention.

Five individuals were arrested Friday, September 16th on weapons charges, possession of forged checks, and stolen property.

Town of Newburgh Police Detective Daniel Romano will be laid to rest this week.