Waterbury, CT (July 28, 2026) – A moped rider was killed following a hit-and-run crash in Waterbury early Sunday morning, July 26.
Officers responded to the intersection of Meriden Road and Southmayd Road around 2:00 a.m. after receiving reports of a major traffic incident. When police arrived, they found a man with severe injuries lying in the roadway alongside the damaged moped.
Authorities identified the victim as 27-year-old Luis Santana of Waterbury. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Police have not released information about the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run. The investigation into the fatal collision remains active and ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Luis Santana during this difficult time.
How Long Do Families Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Waterbury, CT?
In Waterbury, families generally have two years from the date of a loved one’s death to file a wrongful death claim, although certain circumstances may affect how that deadline is calculated or applied.
Beginning the process early may help families avoid unnecessary delays and better protect their ability to pursue a claim. Once the immediate needs following a fatal accident have been addressed, gathering evidence often becomes an important next step.
Police reports, witness statements, photographs, surveillance footage, medical records, and other documentation may help establish how the accident occurred and preserve important information before it becomes more difficult to obtain.
Along with evidence from the accident itself, families may need to collect records showing the financial impact of the loss. Medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, income information, insurance correspondence, and other accident-related documents may help demonstrate the damages associated with the death and support the evaluation of a potential claim.
Although Connecticut law generally provides a two-year filing period, exceptions and additional legal requirements may apply in some cases.
Reviewing the circumstances early may help families better understand the deadlines that affect their situation while preserving important evidence and identifying documents that may support a claim. Acting promptly can also reduce the risk of losing access to records or witness information that may become harder to obtain over time.
A wrongful death lawyer can assist with reviewing documentation, communicating with insurance providers, identifying additional records that may strengthen the claim, and evaluating whether further steps may be appropriate based on the available evidence.
Our team at Kanca Law Firm has helped families across Connecticut seek answers after fatal crashes. We understand the wrongful death process and can explain what to expect, help organize important records, and answer questions as the matter moves forward.
If you lost a loved one in a car accident in Waterbury, you can call Kanca Law Firm at (203) 806-7003 to discuss your family’s situation and learn more about the legal options that may be available.
