Pedestrian Struck by Dump Truck in Sprague; State Police Investigating
State Police are investigating a collision where a pedestrian was struck by a dump truck on Pautipaug Hill Road in Sprague on Saturday evening. The road was closed for an extended period, and the investigation is ongoing.
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 9, 2026 —
State Police are investigating a serious collision that occurred on Saturday evening in Sprague, during which a pedestrian was struck by a dump truck. The incident took place on Pautipaug Hill Road.
Following the collision, authorities closed Pautipaug Hill Road for an extended period to facilitate the investigation and allow for necessary scene processing. The duration of the road closure was not specified.
The State Police have confirmed that the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is currently ongoing. Further details regarding the condition of the pedestrian, the identity of the individuals involved, or the specific cause of the collision have not yet been released.
Officials have not provided an estimated timeline for the completion of the investigation.
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