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Pedestrian dies in Amherst crash

The crash shut down a portion of Sheridan Drive on Monday

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Nov 09, 2026, 04:40 PM ET
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Amherst, N.Y. (WBEN) - Amherst police say a pedestrian is dead after a Monday morning crash.

At around 9:15 a.m., police say a car driven by a Tonawanda man struck a 67-year-old pedestrian in the roadway crossing Sheridan Drive and Tavistock Lane. The pedestrian suffered critical injuries and, despite first aid efforts, died at the scene.

The driver of the car was not hurt.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or have dash-camera or surveillance video footage are asked to contact the Amherst Police Department at (716)-689-1311.

The crash shut down a portion of Sheridan Drive on Monday

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