Shelton, CT (July 23, 2019) – On Thursday, July 18, police responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Route 8, near Exit 11 at Bridgeport Avenue.

According to reports, a male in a maroon-colored pickup truck was traveling down the highway when he was rear-ended by a light gray or silver four-door sedan. After rear-ending the truck, the driver fled the scene of the incident.

The driver of the pickup truck, who was later identified as Bill Simon, sustained back injuries in the incident and transported himself to a hospital for treatment. The pickup truck driver's son was uninjured in the collision.

At this time, the incident is under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the man injured in this incident.

Motor Vehicle Accidents In Connecticut

Every year, more than 100,000 accidents occur across our state. Quite often, these accidents leave those involved to deal with catastrophic injuries, like back injuries, that have a major impact on their lives and their ability to perform even the simplest task. When victims are injured in collisions caused by the negligent or reckless acts of others, it is crucial that they contact a car accident attorney in Connecticut as soon as possible to protect their legal rights.

Over the years, Connecticut personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Paul Levin have helped thousands of victims get the compensation they deserve for medical treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and various other damages incurred from their accidents. Our attorneys understand the difficulties those harmed face in the aftermath of their accidents, which is why we are dedicated to helping them move forward in the best way possible. Contact our injury accident attorneys in Connecticut at (860) 322-5302 to see how we can help you.

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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.