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State Trooper Near Buffalo Narrowly Avoids Chain-Reaction Crash; Driver Charged with DWI

Body camera footage captures a New York state trooper dodging a multi-vehicle collision, with one driver arrested on DWI charges.

Jul 4, 2026, 1:29 AM ABC Top Stories

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A state trooper near Buffalo, New York, narrowly avoided a chain-reaction crash while responding to a separate incident, as shown in body camera video released on July 4, 2026. During the event, one of the drivers involved in the crash was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI).

The footage highlights the dangers law enforcement officers face on the road while managing emergencies. Authorities have taken legal action against the impaired driver involved in the collision.

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Overview: This article shows limited framing pressure in the available source text. Body camera footage captures a New York state trooper dodging a multi-vehicle collision, with one driver arrested on DWI charges.

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