OSWEGO COUNTY – A fatal motorcycle crash occurred on October 9, 2026, at approximately 7:34 a.m. at the intersection of County Route 57 and Bankrupt Road in Schroeppel.
According to authorities, the incident involved a 2024 motorcycle, operated by Hunter J. Hennessey, age 22, of Baldwinsville, and a 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck, driven by 46-year-old Thomas B. Wallace, also from Baldwinsville. Hennessey was traveling southbound on County Route 57 when he attempted to pass a tractor-trailer and collided with the pickup truck, which was crossing the intersection.
Following the impact, the motorcycle caught fire, and Hennessey sustained fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Emergency services responded to the incident, and an investigation is currently ongoing. No additional injuries were reported.
Road closures were implemented to facilitate the investigation and clearing of the scene.