Avon, CT (February 21, 2024) – A woman has lost her life after a multi-vehicle accident that happened in Avon on Tuesday, February 20.
At approximately 5:16 a.m., the wreck occurred on Route 10 between three vehicles. Police report that only drivers were present in each vehicle, all three of whom went to the hospital shortly after the crash. Investigators report that one of the involved drivers later lost their life. Her name has not been reported at this time. The other two drivers, both men, are being treated for injuries at area hospitals. The accident reconstruction team in Avon is currently investigating the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. No other information has been reported concerning this fatal crash.
Connecticut Car Wrecks
Each year, in the state of Connecticut, there are over 80,000 reported car accidents that take place. Of these wrecks, more than 30,000 people end up being treated in the ER for injuries sustained. Sadly, hundreds of people end up losing their lives due to auto collisions in the Constitution State. Currently, the main cause behind the majority of Connecticut car wrecks is speeding, closely followed by drunk driving and distracted driving.
Driver negligence has become a serious problem in Connecticut and in every other state in the country. According to information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 94% of reported car accidents in the United States happen due to some form of driver negligence.
When you or a beloved member of your family has been seriously hurt in a traffic accident caused by a negligent driver, you and your family members deserve to be able to recover without having to worry about money. Especially if you have recently lost someone you love in a car wreck that you believe happened due to the negligent actions of another driver, a wrongful death lawyer in Avon can help you file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation. Filing a wrongful death claim can help you collect compensation for funeral and burial expenses, pain, suffering, emotional turmoil, and other damages that may have resulted from your loved one’s accident.
Contact our skilled and experienced personal injury law firm, Kanca Law Firm LLC, to learn about how we can help you through this difficult time. You can reach us by dialing 203-806-7003 at your earliest convenience to speak with a skilled attorney concerning your claim.
