State Police investigate serious motorcycle crash in Gouverneur after rider struck stopped SUV on State Highway 58 and suffered life-threatening injuries

New York – A serious motorcycle crash in the town of Gouverneur is under investigation by New York State Police after a collision on State Highway 58 left a 65-year-old man with life-threatening injuries.

The incident happened on June 23, 2026, at around 1:40 p.m., when troopers were called to the scene of a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle. The crash occurred along a stretch of highway that local drivers often use for east-west travel through the area.

According to investigators, a 2016 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was heading eastbound on State Highway 58 when the rider failed to notice a vehicle ahead that had slowed and stopped in the roadway. The vehicle, a 2015 Toyota RAV4, was waiting with its turn signal on, preparing to make a left turn onto Old Route 58.

Police say the motorcycle struck the rear of the Toyota. The impact caused the rider to be thrown from the motorcycle onto the roadway.

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The operator of the motorcycle was identified as James M. Wright, age 65, of Gouverneur. Emergency crews responded quickly, and Wright was airlifted to SUNY Upstate Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries. Authorities described the injuries as life-threatening at the scene. As of the latest update, Wright remains hospitalized and is listed in stable condition.

The driver of the Toyota was identified as Brandon W. Corbine, age 39, also of Gouverneur. Officials confirmed that Corbine was not injured in the crash.

The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under review as State Police continue their investigation. At this stage, no additional details have been released regarding possible contributing factors beyond the initial findings of roadway position and visibility.

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State Highway 58 was temporarily impacted while emergency personnel worked at the scene, though normal traffic flow was later restored.

Authorities have not announced any charges, and the investigation remains ongoing.