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Monroe man loses part of hand in crash after police chase

Police say Kevin Pawelak sped off during a traffic stop for speeding on Wednesday morning.

News 12 Staff

Feb 27, 2025, 12:42 PM

Updated 17 days ago

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A Monroe resident was seriously injured Wednesday after a police chase ended in a crash in Wallkill.
Police say Kevin Pawelak sped off during a traffic stop for speeding on Wednesday morning.
The pursuit ended when he collided with a tractor-trailer.
Authorities report he lost part of his hand and suffered multiple fractures in the wreck.