U-E graduate and mother killed in crash

UPDATE: According to the New York State Police Department, a third person was killed in the crash.

A 2018 Nissan Maxima operated by a 36-year-old male was driving west on I-86 shortly before 4:51 p.m. when it crossed over the median. The car then drove into the eastbound lane and hit a 2015 Accura RDX, driven by Colin Ferrell.

The investigation is ongoing.

(WIVT/WBGH) – A member of Union-Endicott’s graduating class of 2024 and his mother have passed away in a fatal car accident.

Colin Ferrell and Tiffany Ferrell were killed in a head-on collision on I-86 eastbound in the town of Chemung Friday afternoon. Colin and Tiffany were returning home from college orientation. According to police, they were pronounced dead at the scene.

In a statement from the Union-Endicott School District, Superintendent Nicole Wolfe and UEHS Principal Steven DiStefano describe Colin as a kind and compassionate student who loved baseball. Tiffany was said to be a dedicated volunteer and was involved in many school and community related activities.

A GoFundMe has been set up for the family. To donate, click here .

For those in need of support during this time, the U-E school district will have counseling services available at the high school Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., both in person and by phone. No appointment is needed. For phone support, call (607)757-2181 or call 288 for around-the-clock support.

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