Five-Year-Old Boy Fatally Struck by Vehicle in East Haven
A 5-year-old boy was killed after being hit by a car while walking home from school in East Haven, Connecticut, at the intersection of Foxon Road and Bennett Road.
Lafayette, IN, September 18, 2026 —
A tragic incident occurred in East Haven, Connecticut, resulting in the death of a 5-year-old boy. The child was struck by a vehicle while walking home from school. The collision took place at the intersection of Foxon Road and Bennett Road.
Details surrounding the specific date and time of the incident were not immediately available. The name of the child, the school he attended, and information about the driver involved have also not been provided at this time. The circumstances leading to the accident, such as whether the child was crossing the street or the traffic conditions at the intersection, have not been released.
Authorities are expected to investigate the incident further. Information regarding any ongoing investigations or potential citations related to the collision was not disclosed in the initial report. The East Haven Police Department is the primary agency involved in responding to and investigating such incidents. Further updates are anticipated as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Matt McFarland, Gray News staff on www.wlfi.com, see more information here.
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