Nathan Westergaard dies in fatal Rochester car crash
Fatal Rochester car crash death of Nathan Westergaard
Law enforcement authorities in Rochester are examining the circumstances surrounding the death of a man struck by a motor vehicle. The incident occurred along Salem Road SW in the early hours of Sunday, August 3rd.
Initial reports indicate the collision happened within the 2700 block of Salem Road SW shortly before dawn. The individual behind the wheel came forward, stating they had accidentally collided with a person who was stationary on the roadway.
Emergency responders arrived on the scene promptly. They found Nathan Westergaard lying in the path of eastbound traffic. Paramedics attempted resuscitation immediately upon reaching the victim, but were ultimately unsuccessful.
The Rochester Police Department confirmed that their ongoing probe aims to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the collision and the subsequent fatality. It has not been officially determined whether the driver involved is connected to any criminal activity.
