Wallingford, CT (September 9, 2024) – A fatal traffic accident occurred on South Turnpike Road on Sunday afternoon, September 8.
Connecticut State Police report that troopers responded to several reports concerning a reckless motor vehicle traveling on I-95 that continued onto Route 15 and then into Wallingford. Authorities say the vehicle reportedly crashed into multiple other vehicles, and troopers were unable to stop it. They reported the vehicle then continued and eventually crashed on South Turnpike Road in Wallingford. At least one person lost their life in the accident. South Turnpike Road was closed for over two hours while responders worked at the scene located between Mansion Road and the Redwood Flea Market. Additionally, two individuals suffered serious injuries in the event.
Police in Wallingford continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident.
We hope for the full recovery of those with injuries. We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Connecticut Car Wrecks
Connecticut experiences a significant number of serious car accidents each year, with tens of thousands of injury crashes occurring annually. Tragically, around 360 people lose their lives in these accidents each year. In 2022 alone, 368 people died in traffic accidents across the state. The previous year, in 2021, over 31,500 residents were treated in emergency rooms for car accident-related injuries, more than 1,000 were hospitalized, and 328 lives were lost.
In New Britain, Connecticut, speeding is the leading cause of car accidents, followed closely by intoxicated and distracted driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 94% of car accidents in the United States are due to driver negligence or error. Accidents involving distracted or intoxicated drivers often result in more severe injuries and have a higher likelihood of being fatal. Driving under the influence is especially dangerous, as it impairs a driver’s judgment, vision, and motor skills. If you believe your loved one lost their life in an accident caused by a negligent driver, a wrongful death attorney in Wallingford can help you file a claim for financial compensation.
If you’ve recently lost a loved one in a fatal car crash, you shouldn’t have to bear the financial burden alone. No one should be forced to cover the costs of injuries or the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence—whether it’s a careless driver, a faulty vehicle, or another responsible party. A wrongful death attorney can help you seek compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering, and more. The Kanca Law Firm LLC is here to support you through this difficult time. Call us at 203-806-7003 to learn how we can assist you.
