Teen Killed In New Haven Hit-And-Run

NEW HAVEN, CT — Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that killed a teen and critically injured another Friday night on the Tomlinson Bridge.

The teens were riding on a scooter when they were hit by the vehicle. Police found the car's front bumper at the scene, said Capt. Anthony Duff, police spokesman.

The 18-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the hospital and the 15-year-old was listed in critical condition.

Passing motorists noticed a damaged vehicle and called 911 to relay its position to officers. Officers stopped and detained the 55-year-old female operator who was transported by ambulance to the hospital.

"Officers confirmed the stopped vehicle and operator were involved in the crash," Duff said.

Witnesses who have not spoken to police are asked to call the New Haven Police Department at 203-946-6316.