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DUNKIRK, NY (WNY News Now) – Two people died following a multi-vehicle crash in the City of Dunkirk on Thursday. 

City of Dunkirk Police say the four-vehicle crash happened just before 6 p.m. on Central Avenue near West Howard Avenue.

The crash, police said, resulted in two fatalities with one person pronounced dead at the scene, with the second later passing away at Brooks Memorial Hospital.

Additionally, three other people were injured as a result of the collision. One victim was flown to Hamot Medical Center in Erie Pa. and two others were taken via ambulance to Brooks Memorial Hospital for treatment.

An investigation into what caused the fatal wreak continues. Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to call the Dunkirk Police Department at (716) 366-2266.