Connecticut

Two Children Killed in Accident at Route 8 in Beacon Falls, CT

Published on: February 6, 2024

Date of Accident
February 4, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Highway 8, Beacon Falls, CT, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed two children at Route 8 in Beacon Falls, CT on February 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford F-600 is accused of colliding with the rear of a Honda Civic under unclear circumstances. Both vehicles were pushed into a nearby concrete barrier in the collision, sources say. Two children in the Civic, ages 3 and 6, both suffered fatal injuries in the crash. The two adult passengers in the same vehicle were seriously injured, reports add, while the Ford operator had injuries believed to be minor in nature. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Connecticut State Police
Vehicles Involved
Honda Civic, Ford F-600
Road/Highway
Route 8
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-600 collided with the rear of a Honda Civic

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