Motorcyclist Hurt After Crashing With Vehicle Near On-Ramp For I-84 In Southington: Southington, CT – A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries after colliding with a vehicle near the on-ramp for Interstate 84 on South Main Street in Southington on Sunday night, according to local police. Officers from the Southington Police Department responded to the scene at South Main Street and Mulberry Street around 10:45 p.m. following reports of a crash involving a motorcycle and a Nissan Xterra. Both vehicles suffered damage, and injuries were reported.
Preliminary investigations by the police indicate that the 66-year-old male motorcyclist was traveling southbound on South Main Street. At the same time, a man driving a Nissan Xterra was heading northbound and began to make a left turn onto I-84 East, crossing into the path of the oncoming motorcycle. The collision occurred in the southbound lane of South Main Street near the on-ramp for I-84 East, resulting in serious injuries to the motorcyclist. Emergency medical services arrived promptly and transported him to St. Mary’s Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Fortunately, the driver of the Nissan Xterra did not sustain any injuries in the crash. “The collision is still under investigation,” stated Officer Hannah Romano #457, who is leading the investigation. “We are actively reviewing the circumstances that led to this incident.” Anyone who witnessed the crash or has additional information that could assist with the investigation is urged to contact Officer Romano at (860) 621-0101 ext. 2457. Callers may reference case number 2024-123456. The Southington Police Department advises drivers to exercise caution and obey traffic laws, particularly in areas with heavy traffic and intersections.
