Driver Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash In Hamden: Police

HAMDEN, CT — A driver was killed in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Hamden, according to police.

Police responded to Circular Avenue near Beacon Street around 3 p.m. on the report of an accident involving two vehicles, according to Detective Sean J. Dolan.

Dolan said one of the drivers was treated at the scene by Hamden Fire Rescue personnel and taken to Yale New Haven Hospital with serious injuries.

The driver, identified as 76-year-old Harry Brunson of Hamden, later died from his injuries at the hospital, according to Dolan.

Circular Avenue was closed for several hours on Friday while the Hamden Police Department’s Accident Reconstruction Team investigated.

Police are continuing to investigate the crash. Any witnesses or anyone with video surveillance is asked to contact Sergeant Brett Ferrara at 475-201-2127 or bferrara@hamdenpd.com.