CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning SUV Crash CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning SUV Crash
CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning SUV Crash A 40-year-old man is fighting for his life in a Connecticut hospital after being hit by an SUV while walking on Route 8, police said. The Seymour man was walking south near the Exit 9 on-ramp in Shelton when the SUV struck him on Sunday, March 9, shortly before 5:30 a.m., Connecticut State Police said. Paramedics rushed the victim to St. Vincent's Hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries.  The SUV’s driver, a Waterbury resident, remained at the scene, police said. The crash remains under investigation. Police urge anyone with information, witnesses, or those with dashcam foot…
CT Teacher, Dad Killed In Utah Skiing Crash: 'I Will Miss You, My Friend — RIP' CT Teacher, Dad Killed In Utah Skiing Crash: 'I Will Miss You, My Friend — RIP'
CT Teacher, Dad Killed In Utah Skiing Crash: 'I Will Miss You, My Friend — RIP' A 53-year-old Connecticut teacher died over the weekend after hitting a tree while skiing in Utah, reports say. Dan Negrelli, of Canton, was an educator at A.I. Prince Technical High School in Hartford, where he taught computer applications and hiking. The 53-year-old was a husband and father. The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System released a statement following news of his death.  "We are heartbroken by the passing of Dan Negrelli, a beloved member of our school community. He was an exceptional educator and a cherished mentor, colleague, and friend. Dan made a las…
CT Police ID 67-Year-Old Man Found Dead Inside Burning Car CT Police ID 67-Year-Old Man Found Dead Inside Burning Car
CT Police ID 67-Year-Old Man Found Dead Inside Burning Car Police have identified the 67-year-old man who was found dead inside a burning vehicle over the weekend.  Roger Dailey, of Middletown, was located inside the vehicle at Riverport Park in Cromwell on Sunday, Feb. 16, police said.  Multiple people called 911 to report the blaze off River Road. Firefighters didn't find Dailey's body until they had put out the blaze, Cromwell police said.  It's unclear what sparked the blaze. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner has ruled the death accidental. 
ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police
ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police An ATV accident on a frozen lake in Connecticut prompted a significant emergency response, including Life Star, on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 8, police said. Stafford Police and Troop C personnel were dispatched to Lake Shore Boulevard at approximately 1:05 p.m. following reports of an ATV crash, Connecticut State Police said. Initial reports indicated serious injuries, leading Life Star to respond. However, police later clarified that Life Star responded as a precaution. Upon arrival, the ATV operator was found conscious and alert. The rider was transported to a local hospital for treatment …
4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police 4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police
4 Juveniles Hospitalized When Car Overturns, Slams Into CT Home: Police Four juveniles were hospitalized after a two-car crash in North Branford sent one vehicle careening into a home late Wednesday night, Feb. 5, authorities said. Emergency crews responded to Clintonville Road near Pistapaug Road at 11:04 p.m. on Feb. 5 after multiple 911 calls reported a serious crash, according to North Branford Deputy Chief Michael Pendleton. One of the vehicles overturned on impact, coming to rest against a house, causing minor structural damage, officials said. Firefighters extricated a juvenile driver from the wreckage before all four juveniles were transported to Y…
CT Community Rallies After Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash CT Community Rallies After Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash
CT Community Rallies After Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash A 32-year-old Connecticut man who was killed when his vehicle went off Route 8 last month is being remembered for his love of his family and his skills as a tradesman. Kenny Martin, of Naugatuck, died just after midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 15, when he wrecked along Route 8 in Winchester, Connecticut State Police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.  The Waterbury native leaves behind his girlfriend of 16 years, Amber Munley, their two children, and a niece he was caring for.  Original Report: CT Man Killed After Car Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree A GoFundMe to help raise mone…
CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd
CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd A 32-year-old Connecticut man was killed after his truck crashed into a tree earlier this week, authorities said.  Kenneth Lawrence Martin, of Naugatuck, died just after midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 15, when he wrecked along Route 8 in Winchester, Connecticut State Police said.  Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.  It's unknown why Martin crashed. Police urge anyone with information or who witnessed the wreck to contact Trooper Derek Kareta at 860-626-1820 or [email protected]
Feet Away From Death: Massive Tree Crushes Truck in CT Feet Away From Death: Massive Tree Crushes Truck in CT
Feet Away From Death: Massive Tree Crushes Truck in CT A Connecticut driver narrowly escaped death after a tree fell on his truck on Wednesday morning, Dec. 4, authorities said.  The massive tree collapsed onto the truck just after 6:40 a.m. on Easton Road, Westport Police said.  The driver was taken to an area hospital for minor injuries, but images of the wreck show how things could have been much worse.   The tree collapsed the bed of the truck and smashed the sunroof, just a few feet from the cab. Police closed that portion of Easton Road for a few hours as crews cleared the tree and truck off the pavement. 
Former New England Resident Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock Former New England Resident Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock
Former New England Resident Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno is again making headlines for an accident that left him bruised and battered, according to reports.  Leno, age 74, a native New Yorker who grew up in Massachusetts, is recovering from injuries sustained from falling down a 60-foot hill and hitting a rock while trying to make his way to a restaurant in Pennsylvania, the comedian told TMZ in an interview on Tuesday, Nov. 19.  In his interview with the outlet, Leno, seen with an eyepatch and bruised face, explained that he had been trying to take a shortcut to the restaurant from his hotel about 30 m…
Teen, 14, Seriously Hurt In Car Vs. Pedestrian Crash Released From Hospital: Police Teen, 14, Seriously Hurt In Car Vs. Pedestrian Crash Released From Hospital: Police
Teen, 14, Seriously Hurt In Car Vs. Pedestrian Crash Released From Hospital: Police A 14-year-old who was hit by a car last week in Connecticut has been released from the hospital as he continues to heal from his injuries, authorities said.  A car crashed into the teen in Waterbury on Friday, Sept. 27, just before 7:15 p.m. on Watertown Avenue. Police said they were hit while walking in the roadway, but it's unclear if they were in a crosswalk.  The teen's name was not released.  A 75-year-old man, who was driving the car, and his 73-year-old female passenger were not injured in the crash, Watertown police said.  The crash remains under investigation,…
'Heart Full Of Kindness': State Police Chaplain Killed In Crash Remembered For His Compassion 'Heart Full Of Kindness': State Police Chaplain Killed In Crash Remembered For His Compassion
'Heart Full Of Kindness': State Police Chaplain Killed In Crash Remembered For His Compassion Dr. Rev. Paul Krampitz didn't look like a preacher, but his friends and colleagues said he was built for it.   Middlesex County resident Paul Krampitz, age 65, of Cromwell, was killed Thursday, Sept. 18, when a car crashed into his Harley Davidson motorcycle around 4:15 p.m. near Exit 33 on Route 9 in Berlin, Connecticut State Police said. Paramedics rushed him to New Britain Hospital, where he died of his injuries.  The crash is under investigation.  Krampitz, who went by the nickname Styx, was the Connecticut State Police chaplain, a preacher at Be…
Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash
Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash Police have identified the man and woman who were killed last week in a single-vehicle crash on I-95 in Connecticut.  Timothy Montague, age 36, and Lori-Lynn Botero, 34, both of New London, died on Friday night, Sept. 13, when Montague's truck clipped a guardrail at the Exit 87 off-ramp in Groton, struck a tree, and burst into flames, Connecticut State Police said.  They died at the scene. Police did not define Montague and Botero's relationship.  Original Report: Man, Woman Killed In Fiery Groton Crash Montague was a father of five, and Botero leaves behind …