Two People Injured in Crash on Berlin Turnpike in Wethersfield – A two-car crash on the Berlin Turnpike in Wethersfield, Connecticut, left two individuals injured and required their transport to the hospital. The accident occurred just after midnight on Saturday, at the intersection of Berlin Turnpike and Pawtucket Avenue, and has since been the subject of a police investigation. Authorities confirmed that the crash involved an Infiniti Q70 and an Audi, with the Infiniti vehicle catching fire, and the driver initially trapped inside.
According to Wethersfield police, the incident unfolded when the Infiniti, traveling northbound on the Berlin Turnpike, collided with the Audi, which was attempting to make a left turn to head eastbound onto Pawtucket Avenue. Police stated that the driver of the Infiniti disregarded the traffic signal, which contributed to the crash. The impact of the collision resulted in the Infiniti becoming fully engulfed in flames, and the driver was trapped within the vehicle.
A quick response from the police ensured that the trapped driver was freed. An officer at the scene broke the window of the Infiniti and was able to pull the driver out of the vehicle, preventing further injury or possible fatalities. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived shortly after the crash, providing medical care to both drivers. The two individuals involved in the crash were transported to nearby hospitals, though their injuries were confirmed to be non-life-threatening.
Further details of the investigation indicate that the driver of the Infiniti was issued an infraction for traveling unreasonably fast and failure to obey a control signal. These charges were a result of the driver’s alleged disregard for the traffic light, which ultimately caused the crash. The driver of the Audi, meanwhile, was not cited or charged at the scene.
The Wethersfield Police Department is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities are working to determine whether there were any additional contributing factors, such as speed or other road conditions, that could have led to the accident. It remains unclear if alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash, as the investigation is still in its early stages.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of speeding and ignoring traffic signals, especially at busy intersections. Police are urging drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to posted traffic laws to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of all road users.
As of now, no further details about the condition of the individuals involved in the crash have been released by authorities, but the situation continues to be monitored. The Wethersfield Police Department has assured the public that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The crash occurred at a particularly busy time of night, and local traffic around the intersection of Berlin Turnpike and Pawtucket Avenue was temporarily affected while emergency responders worked at the scene. The road was cleared shortly thereafter, and normal traffic flow was restored.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the police have urged anyone with further information or who may have witnessed the crash to come forward to assist with the ongoing inquiry.
