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UPDATE: Deadly tractor trailer accident in Columbia County
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A Philmont man died when his vehicle was struck by a tractor trailer late Friday morning in the town of Claverack in Columbia County.
State Police say 88-year-old Howard Rhodes was driving eastbound on State Route 217 and passed into the opposite lane. That's when a large-body tow truck being driven by 43-year-old Robert Speed of Mellenville slammed into Rhodes's station wagon.
Rhodes was pronounced dead at the scene.
State Police say the investigation is continuing, but no charges are expected.
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