Police say drunk driver caused three-car crash
GUILDERLAND — A Rotterdam man was arrested on Wednesday night for drunk driving; police say he caused a three-car crash at the intersection of Route 20 and Johnston Road.
Mark R. Cosenza was charged with driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, and consumption of alcohol in a motor vehicle.
Cosenza was driving west on Route 20 and failed to stop at a red light, according to a release from the Guilderland Police Department; he crashed into the back of a car driven by Cindy Kahn of Amsterdam who was then forced into the back of a car driven bay Frank Carl of Berne.
Both Kahn and Carl were stopped at the red light, according to the release.
Carl complained of minor pain and was treated and released on the scene. Both Cosenza and Kahn were transported to Albany Medical Center by the Western Turnpike Rescue Squad, assisted by paramedics from Guilderland Emergency Medical Services. The Westmere Fire Department also assisted Guilderland Police who responded to the call at 9:58 p.m.
Kahn had physical injuries to her lower extremities, and Cosenza had physical injuries to his upper extremities.
The crash is still under investigation. Further charges are expected. Cosenza is due in Guilderland Town Court on Nov. 5, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.