STRATFORD, CT — Several people were left with life-threatening injuries after a multi-car crash on Route 15 in Stratford early Sunday, according to state police. The wreck prompted an immediate response just before 4 a.m. and forced southbound traffic to a stop.
Authorities said the roadway was shut down while investigators worked at the scene. Drivers were told to avoid the area as crews assessed the crash and cleared the highway.
What happened on Route 15 early Sunday?
State police said they were dispatched to Route 15 around 4 a.m. following reports of a multi-vehicle accident. The collision occurred on the southbound side of the highway in Stratford.
Officials did not release details on how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash. They said only that several people were seriously hurt.
Who responded to the crash scene?
The State Police Accident Reconstruction Team was sent to the area to investigate the circumstances of the wreck. That unit typically documents roadway evidence and helps determine how a collision unfolded.
No additional agencies were identified in the initial update, and officials said the investigation was continuing at the scene.
Why was Route 15 southbound closed?
Southbound Route 15 was shut down so investigators and emergency responders could work safely at the crash site. The closure affected traffic in the early morning hours when demand on the roadway was likely lower, but officials still urged the public to stay away.
Police did not give an estimate for when the highway would reopen.
What details have not been released yet?
As of the latest update, state police had not identified the people hurt in the crash or said whether any of the injuries were expected to improve. They also did not provide a timeline for releasing more information.
Authorities said that was all they had available at this time, leaving open questions about the cause and full scope of the wreck.
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