Crime & Safety

Driver Seriously Injured In 1-Car New Canaan Crash: Police

The incident occurred Wednesday night.

NEW CANAAN, CT — A Wilton man suffered serious injuries Wednesday evening in a one-car crash near North Wilton and Cross Ridge roads in New Canaan, according to police.

The crash, in which the car slammed in to a tree, occurred just before 7 p.m.

"Upon arrival, officers observed the crashed vehicle on fire," wrote New Canaan police in a statement. "The driver was taken out of the vehicle by a Good Samaritan."

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The driver was the only occupant, and he was transported to Norwalk Hospital for treatment. His current condition was not disclosed.

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The New Canaan Police Department Crash Reconstruction Team is currently investigating this crash, with assistance from the Wilton Police Department.

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