Connecticut DOT Worker Killed on I-95 by Allegedly Impaired Driver
A 60-year-old Connecticut Department of Transportation worker was killed on Interstate 95 in Fairfield after being struck by a vehicle driven by an impaired driver.
Portland, OR, September 25, 2026 —
A tragic incident occurred on Interstate 95 (I-95) in Fairfield, Connecticut, resulting in the death of a 60-year-old Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) worker. The worker was struck by a vehicle while on duty.
Authorities have indicated that the driver of the vehicle involved in the collision was allegedly impaired. The exact circumstances surrounding the moment the worker was struck have not been detailed. The location of the incident was I-95 in Fairfield.
The victim was a long-time employee of the Connecticut Department of Transportation, serving the state for a number of years. His death has prompted concerns about the safety of workers performing their duties on state highways, particularly in high-traffic areas like I-95.
Further details regarding the investigation into the incident, including the identity of the driver and any charges they may face, have not yet been released. The CT DOT has not issued a formal statement concerning the incident at this time. The age of the victim, 60, means he was a seasoned member of the department.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by highway maintenance and service personnel. Roadside safety protocols and awareness are critical factors in preventing such accidents. Information regarding the ongoing investigation, including potential citations or charges against the driver, is expected to be released by the relevant law enforcement agencies as it becomes available. The date of the incident was not specified in the available information.
Story summarized from the original created by Rob Polansky, Susan Raff, Jordan Gartner on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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