Crime & Safety

Pedestrian Struck in Front of Canton High School Tuesday Evening

Simonds Ave. is closed as Canton Police investigate the scene.

WFSB reported Tuesday evening that a pedestrian was struck in front of Canton High School in a hit and run accident. Police said the crash occured at about 9:30 p.m. and the victim had to be flown by LifeStar helicopter to Hartford Hospital.

As of 11:15 p.m. Tuesday evening, Simonds Ave. is closed as investigators determine the cause of the accident. Police are asking for any eyewitnesses to contact Canton Police by calling (860) 693-0221.

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