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.