(Antwerp, NY - June 29, 2010) The New York State Police in Watertown are investigating a fatal ATV collision that occurred on 06/29/10 at approximately 8:09 PM.
10 year old David A. Martin of 697, Route 6, Moira was operating a 2006 Polaris four-wheel ATV in a northerly direction on his uncle, Luke S. Martin’s, private property at 36815 Route 28, in the town of Antwerp. The ATV struck a wire fence, ejecting David who was not wearing a helmet.
Antwerp fire and ambulance responded to the scene, transporting David to Samaritan Medical Center. David was pronounced dead at Samaritan Medical Center by Dr. Bevan at approximately 9:22 PM.
The cause of death is pending an autopsy which was scheduled for 06/30/10. This investigation is ongoing.
