August 12, 2024
On August 11, 2024, at approximately 9:31 a.m., State Police were called to I-684 northbound near Exit 4 in the town of Bedford for a report of a fatal motorcycle accident.
A preliminary investigation determined that Kevin Castillo Rayo, 21, and his father, Nilson E. Castillo Calderon, 46, both of Flushing, were traveling on separate motorcycles on I-684 when Castillo Calderon lost control of his motorcycle for an unknown reason.
During the investigation, it was determined that Castillo Calderon veered off the road and struck a guiderail.
Castillo Calderon died at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing.
Contact Troop K Public Information Officer: Trooper Aaron J. Hicks
Troop K Commander:
Major Mark A. Nielson