New Hartford Police say a rollover accident on Mohawk Street was caused by two teens drag racing.

Police say 16-year old Leighton Nimey and 17-year old Grant Romeo were racing down the street.when Nimey's car left the road and went into a dicth.

The vehicle then re-entered the road and rolled over at least two times, coming to rest on its roof.

The car was destroyed.

Nimey and his 16-year old female passenger were taken to a local hospital, where they were treated for minor injuries and released.

Both Nimey and Romeo are facing numerous charges, including unauthorized speed contest.

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