Three Killed in Fiery Crash on CT-15
CT-15 S & Exit 36
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Summary
- Connecticut State Police are investigating a fatal crash on CT-15 in Stratford that occurred early on May 10.
- The incident involved a 2014 Lexus ES350 rear-ending a 2008 Honda Civic, which then collided with a 2012 Chrysler 200, resulting in a post-collision fire.
- Any witnesses to the collision or anyone with information is requested to contact Trooper Drew Smith, Badge #1195 at 203-696-2500.
Timeline
The State Police Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Squad & Western District Major Crime responded to the scene to assist with the collision investigation. The Stratford Fire Department, Stratford Emergency Medical Services and the Department of Transportation responded to the scene to assist with medical care and traffic control.
The driver and two passengers in the 2008 Honda Civic were pronounced deceased at the scene by Stratford EMS personnel. The driver of the Lexus ES350 fled from the collision scene prior to police arrival.
CSP's preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Chrysler 200 and a 2008 Honda Civic were traveling in the right lane of two lanes on CT-15. A 2014 Lexus ES350 was traveling in the right lane in sequential order behind the Chrysler and Honda. The Lexus collided into the rear of Honda causing the Honda to collide into the rear of Chrysler. As a result of the collision, a post-collision fire ensued.
On May 10, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., troopers responded to a reported motor vehicle collision on CT-15 South, in the area of exit 36, in the Town of Stratford.
The Connecticut State Police (CPS) is seeking the public's help regarding a fatal crash that occurred on CT-15 in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 10th.
Incident reported at CT-15 S & Exit 36.
The State Police Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Squad & Western District Major Crime responded to the scene to assist with the collision investigation. The Stratford Fire Department, Stratford Emergency Medical Services and the Department of Transportation responded to the scene to assist with medical care and traffic control.
The driver and two passengers in the 2008 Honda Civic were pronounced deceased at the scene by Stratford EMS personnel. The driver of the Lexus ES350 fled from the collision scene prior to police arrival.
CSP's preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Chrysler 200 and a 2008 Honda Civic were traveling in the right lane of two lanes on CT-15. A 2014 Lexus ES350 was traveling in the right lane in sequential order behind the Chrysler and Honda. The Lexus collided into the rear of Honda causing the Honda to collide into the rear of Chrysler. As a result of the collision, a post-collision fire ensued.
On May 10, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., troopers responded to a reported motor vehicle collision on CT-15 South, in the area of exit 36, in the Town of Stratford.
The Connecticut State Police (CPS) is seeking the public's help regarding a fatal crash that occurred on CT-15 in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 10th.
Incident reported at CT-15 S & Exit 36.
The State Police Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Squad & Western District Major Crime responded to the scene to assist with the collision investigation. The Stratford Fire Department, Stratford Emergency Medical Services and the Department of Transportation responded to the scene to assist with medical care and traffic control.
The driver and two passengers in the 2008 Honda Civic were pronounced deceased at the scene by Stratford EMS personnel. The driver of the Lexus ES350 fled from the collision scene prior to police arrival.
CSP's preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Chrysler 200 and a 2008 Honda Civic were traveling in the right lane of two lanes on CT-15. A 2014 Lexus ES350 was traveling in the right lane in sequential order behind the Chrysler and Honda. The Lexus collided into the rear of Honda causing the Honda to collide into the rear of Chrysler. As a result of the collision, a post-collision fire ensued.
On May 10, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., troopers responded to a reported motor vehicle collision on CT-15 South, in the area of exit 36, in the Town of Stratford.
The Connecticut State Police (CPS) is seeking the public's help regarding a fatal crash that occurred on CT-15 in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 10th.
Incident reported at CT-15 S & Exit 36.
The State Police Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Squad & Western District Major Crime responded to the scene to assist with the collision investigation. The Stratford Fire Department, Stratford Emergency Medical Services and the Department of Transportation responded to the scene to assist with medical care and traffic control.
The driver and two passengers in the 2008 Honda Civic were pronounced deceased at the scene by Stratford EMS personnel. The driver of the Lexus ES350 fled from the collision scene prior to police arrival.
CSP's preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Chrysler 200 and a 2008 Honda Civic were traveling in the right lane of two lanes on CT-15. A 2014 Lexus ES350 was traveling in the right lane in sequential order behind the Chrysler and Honda. The Lexus collided into the rear of Honda causing the Honda to collide into the rear of Chrysler. As a result of the collision, a post-collision fire ensued.
On May 10, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., troopers responded to a reported motor vehicle collision on CT-15 South, in the area of exit 36, in the Town of Stratford.
The Connecticut State Police (CPS) is seeking the public's help regarding a fatal crash that occurred on CT-15 in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 10th.
Incident reported at CT-15 S & Exit 36.
The State Police Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Squad & Western District Major Crime responded to the scene to assist with the collision investigation. The Stratford Fire Department, Stratford Emergency Medical Services and the Department of Transportation responded to the scene to assist with medical care and traffic control.
The driver and two passengers in the 2008 Honda Civic were pronounced deceased at the scene by Stratford EMS personnel. The driver of the Lexus ES350 fled from the collision scene prior to police arrival.
CSP's preliminary investigation revealed that a 2012 Chrysler 200 and a 2008 Honda Civic were traveling in the right lane of two lanes on CT-15. A 2014 Lexus ES350 was traveling in the right lane in sequential order behind the Chrysler and Honda. The Lexus collided into the rear of Honda causing the Honda to collide into the rear of Chrysler. As a result of the collision, a post-collision fire ensued.
On May 10, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., troopers responded to a reported motor vehicle collision on CT-15 South, in the area of exit 36, in the Town of Stratford.
The Connecticut State Police (CPS) is seeking the public's help regarding a fatal crash that occurred on CT-15 in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 10th.
Incident reported at CT-15 S & Exit 36.
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