It happened just before noon Tuesday on the Taconic State Parkway in New Castle, near Saw Mill River Road.
Four cars were involved in the crash, with the wrong-way driver ending up off the roadway.
Only minor injuries were reported.
The right southbound lane was closed for the investigation.
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