"Rochester Tragedy: Victims Hailed as Heroes, No Terrorism Link in Fatal New Year's Crash"
In Rochester, New York, a fatal crash on New Year's Day involving a Ford Expedition SUV, which killed two and injured several pedestrians, appears to have been intentional, according to police. The driver, Michael Avery, died later in the hospital and is suspected of deliberately driving into a crowd outside a concert venue. Despite initial concerns, there is no evidence linking the incident to terrorism. The victims, Justina Hughes and Joshua Orr, were attending a Grateful Dead tribute concert before their untimely deaths. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into Avery's recent actions and mental health struggles.