Stamford Teen Killed In Motorcycle Crash: Police

STAMFORD, CT — A 17-year-old Stamford resident was killed Friday night after police say the motorcycle he was driving collided with a car.

Due to the teen's age, police said they will not release his identity. Superintendent of Stamford Public Schools Dr. Tamu Lucero sent a letter to district families over the weekend.

"By now, many of you may be aware that a Stamford Public Schools high school student died [Friday] as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Stamford. The pain of this tragedy is compounded by the fact that the student’s mother is a beloved teacher in our district. Losing a child is every family's worst nightmare, and we are heartbroken for this student's parents, siblings, extended family, and friends," Lucero said.

The crash unfolded at approximately 9:13 p.m., on May 17 when a 2020 Kawasaki motorcycle was headed northbound on Lockwood Avenue, and a 2011 Toyota Corolla, driven by a 58-year-old Stamford resident, was headed south.

At the intersection of Lockwood Avenue and William Street, the Toyota tried to make a left turn and entered the path of the motorcycle, police added. The motorcycle tried to stop but couldn't, and struck the front end of the Toyota.

The teen was taken to Stamford Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. The driver of the Toyota remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, police said.

Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons on Monday issued a statement on the teen's death.

"Our Stamford community is heartbroken by the tragic loss of one of our Stamford High School students," Simmons said. "My thoughts and prayers are with the student’s family and friends during this time of unimaginable grief. My office will continue to work closely with the superintendent’s office to ensure grief and crisis response resources are available to support students and faculty as they navigate this challenging news."

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An investigation remains open, and anyone with more information is being asked to contact the Stamford Police Department's Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Squad at 203-977-4712

This crash is being investigated by Sgt. Ryan McAllister and officer Lindsey Yanicky.