Owego Man Dies After Raceway Collision
A Tioga County man sustained fatal injuries in a crash during a race at a town of Lisle dirt track.
Authorities say 38-year-old Michael L. Smith of Owego died at Wilson Medical Center following a two-car collision at Broome-Tioga Sports Center on Route 79.
According to state police, the incident was reported at 3:40 p.m. Sunday.
Investigators say Smith lost control of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer he was driving on a turn. The vehicle rolled over and came to a rest on the driver's side.
Police say it was struck by a 1997 Toyota Camry driven by 35-year-old Mitchel Quail of Richfield.
Officials say Smith sustained a head injury as a result of the collision. Quail was not hurt in the crash.
The police investigation into the deadly collision is continuing.