Two tractor-trailers plunged into the water along I-84 on the Ashford-Union town line after colliding early Thursday morning, according to state police.
An Enfield man has died after two tractor-trailers landed in a pond off of Interstate 84 on the Ashford-Union line after colliding on Thursday morning.
The trucks were traveling on I-84 East just before 2 a.m. when the crash happened.
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After the crash, both trucks went into Morey Pond and were partially submerged in the water.
Troopers said 45-year-old Carlos Vega, of Enfield, died of his injuries. The other driver was taken to the hospital to be treated for minor injuries.
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I-84 East was closed for several hours. The highway has since fully reopened.
Anyone with information about the crash should contact Tpr. Jamaitus #586 at (860) 896-3200. The investigation is ongoing.
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