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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 7 hr 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.