Minor injuries reported after car runs into ditch on Buck Hill Road, Western Fire Department says

WESTERN- Minor injuries resulted from a car that went off the roadway and into a ditch this week in Oneida County, local officials say.

It happened shortly before 1:00 p.m. Thursday on Buck Hill Road, town of Western, according to Western Fire Department.

Initial reports from 9-1-1 dispatch suggested that the driver was trapped. Upon arrival, emergency responders confirmed that the occupant was unable to exit the vehicle, which had gone off the road and into a ditch.

Fortunately, fire fighters managed to free the occupant and minor injuries were reported, Western Fire Department said.

The scene was turned over to the New York State Police for investigation.

Members from AmCare Ambulance assisted.

There were no further details available.

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