A truck traveling west on Route 7 crossed into the eastbound lane and hit a tree and the flashing crosswalk pole in Cobleskill in front of the popular Chieftans Restaurant & Bar Tuesday. The Cobleskill Fire Department, Richmondville Fire Department, and EMS assisted on-scene and were lauded for their skilled work. The driver was trapped inside the truck and had to be flown out by helicopter. 

Chieftans said in a statement that they hoped for a quick recovery of the driver and thanked the EMS and fire departments on site as "the real heroes." "Thank you to each and everyone who dedicate themselves, selflessly, during these times of great need. Their care, compassion and professionalism was a great comfort as an onlooker," said the statement.