Minor injuries reported after driver runs red light at Gates intersection
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A crash shut down the intersection of Buffalo Road and Howard Road in Gates Saturday evening after a driver ran a red light, according to an officer on the scene.
Authorities were called to the intersection around 7 p.m. Saturday where it was reported that at least one person was trapped. One woman was taken in an ambulance, according to police on the scene. Additional details were not immediately made available, though officers told News 8 that injuries appear minor.
At least two silver vehicles were involved, including a Chevy Silverado and a Honda Pilot. Both appeared to have collided head-on, with heavy damage to the front end of both vehicles.
Gates Police were on scene with the Gates Fire District, and Gates Ambulance.
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News 8 reached out for more information and Gates Police Chief Robert Long confirmed there were multiple minor injuries as a result of the crash, but did not elaborate any further citing the ongoing investigation. It's unclear when the area will reopen.
This is a developing story, check back later for more details.
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