Matthew Bennett Dies at 44 After Serious I-91 Crash in Windsor, Connecticut
The Enfield, Connecticut, community is mourning the death of Matthew Bennett, 44, who died after suffering serious injuries in a crash on Interstate 91 South in Windsor on Thursday evening.
According to information released by Connecticut State Police, Bennett was traveling southbound on I-91 near Exit 36 when his vehicle collided with another car. The circumstances surrounding the initial collision remain under investigation as authorities work to determine what led to the two vehicles making contact.
The crash caused Bennett’s vehicle to strike a metal guardrail before rolling across the highway. The vehicle eventually came to rest on the left shoulder of I-91 South. Bennett sustained serious injuries in the collision and was transported to Hartford Hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite receiving medical care, Bennett later succumbed to his injuries. His death has left family, friends and others who knew him facing the loss of a 44-year-old Enfield resident whose life ended following the sudden highway crash.
State police said Bennett was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision. The driver and passenger in the other vehicle were reportedly wearing their seatbelts and were not injured in the crash.
The circumstances of the collision remain an active part of the police investigation. Authorities are examining the events leading up to the crash and the factors that caused the two vehicles to collide. At the time of the available report, police had not released additional information regarding possible citations or criminal charges.
As the investigation continues, further details may emerge about the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. Authorities have not indicated that the investigation has concluded.
Matthew Bennett’s death marks a tragic loss for his loved ones and the Enfield community. His passing following the Windsor crash has prompted condolences for everyone affected by the sudden loss.
Details about Bennett’s family, funeral arrangements or memorial services were not included in the available information. Those details may be shared by his loved ones at a later time.
As authorities continue their investigation into the I-91 collision, thoughts remain with Matthew Bennett’s family, friends and all those mourning his death.
