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CASSADAGA — An early morning one-vehicle accident has led to the death of a teenager and has a community in mourning.
Chautauqua County sheriff’s deputies report at 12:37 a.m. Saturday, they responded with New York State Police, Cassadaga and Stockton Fire Departments to the accident on Maple Avenue. As a result of the accident, one male juvenile sustained serious injuries and was flown to an area hospital for treatment. A second male juvenile sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Both involved in the accident were Cassadaga Valley Central School students. In a Facebook post, the district called the news “heartbreaking” and noted it will have counseling available today and Sunday.
“Our hearts are with both families as they navigate this unimaginable tragedy,” the post said. “We ask that our community respect the privacy of both families during this incredibly difficult time.
“We know this news will deeply affect our students, our staff, and our entire community. Please know that our crisis response team is mobilizing to provide support to students and staff. “We will open the crisis center today at 2 p.m. at the middle high school and (Sunday) at noon. Please enter through the main doors under the clock tower.
“If you need support, connect with those close to you or our team. There are no perfect words for a moment like this. Today, we simply need to take care of one another, give our students grace, and remember that we are one school community, and we will continue to support one another as we navigate this heartbreaking tragedy.”
The accident remains under investigation by the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.