Kimberly Laidlaw, 58, Tragically Killed in Rollover Crash on Route 3 in Ellisburg, NY
Kimberly Laidlaw, 58, a cherished member of the Ellisburg community, tragically passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in a devastating rollover crash.
The accident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on State Route 3, when Laidlaw's 2017 Nissan SUV veered off the roadway, traveled down an embankment, and crashed into a wooded area. The force of the impact caused the vehicle to overturn, leaving Laidlaw trapped inside.
Despite the swift response of emergency responders, Laidlaw was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has launched an active investigation to determine the sequence of events leading to the tragedy.
State Route 3 was closed for several hours as investigators processed the scene. It has since reopened, but the sorrow from this heartbreaking incident continues to affect the tight-knit community of Ellisburg.
In the wake of this loss, friends, neighbors, and loved ones have shared an outpouring of support for Laidlaw's family. Kimberly will be remembered for the positive impact she had on the lives of those around her.
Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed by her community.
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