Easton, CT (July 17, 2019) – On July 16, emergency crews responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident along Route 59, near 757 Stepney Road.

Reports from the Easton Police Department indicate that around 5:30 p.m., 36-year-old Andy Rivera was traveling along the roadway when his vehicle collided with another for unknown reasons.

Rivera sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene of the incident.

Two female passengers in Rivera's vehicle, a 62-year-old and a 6-year-old, were both transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Three victims in the second vehicle, a 50-year-old female and two 17-year-old females, were both injured and transported to an area hospital.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Rivera at this time. Our thoughts are also with the victims injured in the collision.

Fatal Car Accidents In Connecticut

Learning that a loved one lost their life in a motor vehicle accident can be devastating. Unfortunately, over three hundred people die in traffic-related incidents across our state annually. These horrible incidents often leave families torn apart by grief. Sadly, there are numerous cases where people lose their lives due to the negligent acts of others. In some cases, families can contact a wrongful death attorney in Connecticut to get justice for their loved ones.

For nearly three decades, Connecticut personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Paul Levin have helped countless victims and their families get the justice and compensation they deserve. Our attorneys work diligently to ensure those harmed get the maximum amount of compensation available to cover medical expenses, lost wages, funeral arrangements, and other damages incurred. If your loved one was killed in a collision caused by a negligent or reckless driver, contact our injury accident attorneys in Connecticut at (860) 322-5302 to get help now.

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Disclaimer: As active members in our local and statewide communities, we are saddened by these accidents and our hearts go out to the friends, family, and victims affected by them. Our intent in these posts is to raise awareness in our community of the dangers involved in these activities and to hopefully prevent future injuries. This information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should always speak with an experienced legal professional about your case. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.