Woman Killed In 2-Car Crash In Guilford: Police

GUILFORD, CT —An 82-year-old woman was killed in a two-car crash in Guilford on Saturday, according to the Guilford Police Department.

First responders were called to the 1600 block of Route 80 for a two-car crash with injuries Saturday morning, the GPD said in a news release.

Two occupants in one of the cars were taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and of them, an 82-year-old woman, was reported to have "life-threatening injuries," the GPD said. The woman later died at the hospital.

Police said they are withholding the identity of the woman pending notification of family.

"Our condolences are extended to the family of the decedent in this difficult time.," police said.

Route 80 between Long Hill Road and North Branford line was closed to traffic for several hours while the South Central Connecticut Traffic Unit (SCCTU) conducted an investigation. The roadway reopened at 2 p.m. Saturday.

"It is the policy of the Guilford Police Department to ensure that all traffic accidents are investigated in a thorough and professional manner," police added.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has more information is asked to call the Guilford Police Department at 203-453-8061.