Father Called to Work Fatal Hit-and-Run Scene Unaware His Son Was the Victim

Tragedy struck a family in New York when Tyler Beschorner, 29, became the victim of a fatal hit-and-run crash on Route 363 in Binghamton on February 17.

Father Unknowingly Faces Son's Tragic Fate

Tyler Beschorner's father, Cory Beschorner, who works for the New York State Department of Transportation, was called to the scene that evening to assist with road closures without the knowledge that his own son was the victim of the incident.

"This is one of our worst nightmares," Cory Beschorner said. "When we were setting up we were saying somebody’s world is going to be turned upside down tonight. I didn’t know it was mine or my family’s."

Investigation and Appeal for Information

The Binghampton Police Department is still actively investigating Tyler Beschorner's death and is urging the community to come forward with any information they may have regarding the hit-and-run incident. Captain Cory Minor emphasized the importance of community members sharing any potentially relevant information they may have overheard.

Seeking Answers and Closure

Tyler Beschorner's family is desperate for answers and is appealing for the responsible party to come forward. His mother, Shanay Beschorner, expressed her desire not to harbor hate or anger, recognizing that it would not bring her son back.

"I don’t want to hold hate and I don’t want to be angry because it’s not going to change anything or bring him back," Shanay Beschorner said.

She also shared the emotional struggle faced by Tyler Beschorner's 7-year-old son, Jayden, who is feeling a profound sense of loneliness and loss following his father's untimely death.

"He’s just struggling. He keeps saying he’s all alone. He goes, ‘It’s just me.’ And I said, ‘No. You have all of us,’" Shanay Beschorner shared.

Community Support and Fundraising Efforts

A GoFundMe page has been established by a family friend to help cover funeral expenses and to create a trust for Tyler Beschorner's son, Jayden. The page serves as a tribute to Tyler's life, describing him as a genuine and selfless person who deeply cherished his family and friends.

The tragic incident has deeply impacted the community and has left Tyler Beschorner's family and friends mourning the loss of a beloved individual. It has also highlighted the importance of seeking justice and closure for Tyler Beschorner and his family in the face of this devastating loss.