Naugatuck PD: Driver involved in head-on crash jumped from bridge, was fatally stuck by car

A head-on collision between two vehicles led to the death of one of the drivers involved, who apparently tried to flee the scene, Naugatuck police say.

News 12 Staff

Apr 16, 2023, 5:16 PM

Updated 547 days ago

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A head-on collision between two vehicles led to the death of one of the drivers involved, who apparently tried to flee the scene, Naugatuck police say.
The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. Saturday near Prospect Street on Route 8 in Naugatuck.
One driver apparently fled from the scene of the crash, when police say they jumped from a bridge nearby. That driver was then struck by a vehicle and is now deceased.
Police have not released the names of anyone involved, and are advising drivers to avoid the area.