Victims Identified in Double Fatal Car Crash and Vehicle Fire on I-84 in Southbury: UPDATE

SOUTHBURY, CT — Two people died in a fiery crash on Interstate 84 westbound near Exit 14 Friday morning, according to media reports including Fox 61.

The highway was shut down for a period of time and the exit ramp was closed for four hours reopening around 1:45 p.m., according to Connecticut State Police.

It was a single vehicle crash and the car caught fire, according to Connecticut State Police.

The victims are Warren Rynkar, 69 and John Rynkar, 26, both of Malden, Mass., according to NBC Connecticut. Warren Rynkar died on the scene and John Rynkar would die as a result of his injuries at Waterbury Hospital.

Their vehicle crashed into a tree, according to NBC Connecticut.

This is a breaking news story. Check back for more updates.

UPDATE: The exit ramp is now open.

UPDATE: Highway is now reopen but the Exit 14 ramp is closed. The exit ramp may be closed for up to four hours according to the DOT.

SOUTHBURY, CT — Connecticut State Police say Interstate 84 westbound by Exit 14 in Southbury is closed for car crash with vehicle fire.

A victim suffered a serious injury. State Police urge motorists to reduce speed in the area and seek alternative route.