(Theresa, NY - April 4, 2010) On 04/04/10, at about 1:18PM, the New York State Police in Watertown responded to a Serious Personal Injury Collision. The collision occurred on Silverstreet Road approximately 1/10th of a mile east of Eddy Rd, in the Town of Theresa.
Katherine E. Pratt, 62, of Theresa was operating her 2001 Dodge Intrepid eastbound on Silverstreet Road. A 50 cc, 4-wheel ATV, being operated by a 9 year old male, also of Theresa exited a driveway, traveling in a northerly direction into the eastbound lane of travel.
Mrs. Pratt’s vehicle struck the ATV, ejecting the 9 year old who was not wearing a helmet. The 9 year old was transported to University Hospital by Guilfoyle ambulance with several injuries. The child is currently in Pediatric ICU and listed in critical condition.
Mrs. Pratt was uninjured in this collision. NYSP Oneida Collision Reconstruction Unit, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department, Theresa Fire and Ambulance, and Guilfoyle Ambulance also assisted at the scene. This investigation is ongoing.
Case Agent – Trooper Kevin Rose
