Meriden Police Seek Information on Driver in Fatal Dog Hit-and-Run
Meriden Police are seeking information to identify a driver who struck and killed a dog in a hit-and-run incident. The event occurred at the intersection of Mill Street and State Street when a black Chevrolet Tahoe reportedly fled the scene…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 8, 2026 —
Meriden Police are actively seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a dog. The incident took place at the intersection of Mill Street and State Street.
Authorities reported that a black Chevrolet Tahoe was involved in the collision. According to available information, the vehicle reportedly fled the scene immediately after striking the animal. The specific timeline or date of the incident was not provided.
Meriden Police have not released further details regarding the owner of the dog or the circumstances leading up to the incident. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to identify the driver and the vehicle involved. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Meriden Police Department. The name of the dog or its owner was not provided. The make and model of the vehicle were provided, but the license plate number was not.
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